Auto Fanboy

When you go shopping for your Nissan van, you find that most brands of vans come with an anti-lock braking system, or an option for use in the van. The reason for this is most van buyers consider it a necessity to have anti lock braking systems in the van they buy.

This is because these brakes give the driver control over the vehicle when coming to a sudden stop. These brakes work using calculated, rapid pumping actions that prevent any locking of wheels with a sudden stop. So beneficial is this technology to the vehicular market that it is rated the number one automobile innovation in recent years. Continue reading ‘About anti lock brakes on Nissan vans’ »

As the owner of a Vauxhall van, you have to keep the car maintained and serviced to let it serve you to the hilt. An important, but often missed part in the maintenance of the vehicle is the maintenance of its wheels and tires.

With regular and effective cleaning of these wheels, it is possible to improve your car’s performance. Remember that over time, just like other car parts, these wheels too tend to corrode and wear out due to the influence of certain factors.

Going to the car wash to get your van cleaned is the first thing you think of to maintain and clean your tires. However by going to a car wash, you have to pay for your car to get washed, when you can actually do it yourself at home, at a much cheaper price. Continue reading ‘How to clean your Vauxhall van tires’ »

What Affects the Cost of Van Insurance?

Ultimately there are many factors which can affect the cost of insuring your van (or vans). Detailed below are a list of key factors which insurers will consider when pricing up your policy:

1. How many vans are to be covered in the policy
2. The weight of the van (s)
3. The make and model of the van (s)
4. Your geographical location
5. The age and experience of the van drivers
6. Whether or not the van drivers are named (or an ‘any driver’ van insurance policy is required)
7. The security of the van(s) – e.g. whether alarms, immobilisers or trackers are installed
8. Claim history
9. What the van will be used for
10. The excess Continue reading ‘Van Insurance – A Guide’ »

Couriers are usually regarded as “high risk” for motor insurers. Van drivers statistically have a higher accident rate than private vehicles, their exposure on the roads is far greater than that of a private motor car, therefore dramatically increasing the chances of a road traffic incident. The vehicles are more often than not owned by a company or fleet and drivers are less likely to worry about the damage they may cause to the vehicle.

Courier van drivers, also referred to as the ‘White van man’ are notoriously known for being involved in road traffic accidents. Couriers can be up against tight pick up and delivery time slots, and some are even incentivized on the amount of collections and deliveries they make. This can encourage the drivers to race around town and hence are prone to more incidents. Insurers take this into consideration when quoting this type of risk and the premiums quoted are a reflection of the claim statistics. Continue reading ‘Courier van drivers posing an insurance concern’ »

With summer just around the corner, you might be inclined to spend more time outdoors – whether it’s to go on picnics on the weekends, go hill-walking in the evenings, or simply barbeque in your backyard. And, if you’re up for a little adventure or extended outdoor recreation, you might choose to go camping or take a hiking trip. No matter what your idea of outdoor fun, there are countless options for you to choose from when planning you summertime activities this year.

However, if you do decide to take an outdoor adventure trip, it’s a good idea to ensure your chosen vehicle is appropriate for all your needs. For example, if you’re planning to go camping, you might want to think about taking a van. A van can provide all the room you need to transport special outdoor equipment – whether it’s fishing equipment, hiking gear, or even water sporting equipment. What’s more, depending on the size of the van, you might actually be able to sleep inside – a good alternative to sleeping under the stars if the weather should suddenly turn on you. Continue reading ‘Choosing the Right Type of Vehicle For your Summer Outdoor Adventure’ »