What industries is a double cab van suitable for?
A double-cab van is perfect for companies that regularly travel with a team and equipment. These vehicles combine space for several people (usually five to six seats) with a practical cargo area for tools and materials. Construction companies, installers, gardeners and maintenance services benefit most from this flexible combination. You drive your whole crew in one vehicle, keep your belongings separate from the cabin, and save costs by not needing multiple vehicles.
What exactly is a double cab van?
A double cab van is a commercial vehicle with two rows of seats and a separate cargo area. You usually have room for five or six people, divided between a front and rear row of seats. Behind the cab, you will find a cargo area for materials, tools or other items you need for your work.
The big difference with a single cab is simple: with a single cab, you only have a front row of seats with two or three seats and a larger cargo area. With a double cab, you sacrifice a bit of cargo space for extra seats. Those extra seats are in a full second row of seats, not on a bench in the cargo area.
This configuration is attractive because you combine passenger transport and goods transport in one vehicle. Your team travels comfortably together, while your tools are safe and dry in the back. For many companies, this is more practical than two separate vehicles or a van where everything is mixed up.
For which industries is a double cab van best suited?
Construction companies are big users of double cabs. A crew of four or five drive to the construction site together, with all the tools and materials neatly stored in the cargo area. No one has to drive after each other, and you can discuss the work on the way.
Installation companies such as electricians and plumbers find double cabs ideal. You often have a fitter and an assistant doing jobs together, sometimes with a third colleague added. Your toolboxes, pipes and cables stay separate from the cab, which is safer and cleaner.
Gardening companies benefit from the combination of team transport and space for machinery. Your team of three or four travels together, while lawnmowers, hedge trimmers and other garden tools are in the back. You can also carry green waste without the cab getting dirty.
Maintenance services and facilities management companies are also frequently on the road with teams. Think of cleaning companies, security services or technical maintenance teams visiting different sites. The double cab offers flexibility for changing team sizes.
Event companies use double cabs for event set-up and take-down. Your crew travels together, with all necessary materials right at hand. Catering companies and other service providers who work with teams also find this configuration practical.
What advantages does a double cab offer for your business?
The cost-effectiveness is a big advantage. You need one vehicle instead of several. That means one insurance, one road tax, one maintenance and one refuelling. You also save on purchase or lease costs compared to two separate vehicles.
Teamwork becomes easier when your team travels together. You can discuss work on the road, check materials and go through the schedule. This saves time at the project site and prevents miscommunication. Everyone arrives at the same time and can get straight to work.
Flexibility is practical in different situations. Sometimes you need a lot of people and little stuff, other times the other way around. With a double cab van, you can handle both scenarios. You are not dependent on multiple vehicles or complicated logistics.
Safety also plays a role. Your tools and materials are separated from the passengers in an enclosed cargo area. In case of an emergency stop, no loose items fly through the cabin. Moreover, the cabin stays cleaner and more comfortable for your employees.
Efficiency on project sites is higher. You only need one parking space, everyone gets out at the same time, and all equipment is immediately available. That saves time when loading and unloading, especially if you visit several sites a day.
When is a double cab less suitable for your business?
If you need maximum cargo space, a double cab is probably not the best choice. The second row of seats takes up space that would otherwise be available for cargo. A single cab or regular van offers more cubic metres for large or long items.
If you rarely drive with several people, you are actually paying for seats you don't use. If you mostly work alone or with one colleague, it is better to opt for a single cab with more cargo space. The extra seats are then unnecessary.
Specific industries sometimes need different configurations. Courier services that mainly transport parcels benefit more from maximum cargo space. Companies that regularly need to transport six or more people are better off with a passenger van or combi.
The nature of your cargo also plays a role. If you are transporting extremely long materials such as scaffolding tubes or long planks, that often won't fit in the more limited cargo space of a double cab. Then you need a longer cargo box or a vehicle with different dimensions.
For some companies, a combi is more practical. If you regularly switch between passenger and freight transport, a combi offers more flexibility. You can fold out or remove the rear seats depending on what you need.
How Van Den Hurk helps with double cab vans
We understand that choosing the right van double cab is important for your day-to-day operations. With our years of experience, we help companies from different sectors get the perfect vehicle.
Here's how we help you:
- Wide range in stock: We have an extensive selection double cabins of reliable brands, both new and used models, so you can compare and choose directly
- Personalised advice: Our advisers will listen to your specific business situation and operations, and help you find the double cab that exactly suits your needs
- Flexible financing: Whether you want to buy or lease, we offer transparent prices and various financing options to suit your budget
- Practical experience: We have been working with entrepreneurs from construction, installation, green and other sectors for decades, so we know exactly what you are looking for
- Stock alert service: Is your desired model not among them? Use our stock alert and receive immediate notification when the perfect double cabin becomes available
Stop by our showroom in Helmond or view our current range online at www.vdhurk.nl. We will be happy to help you find the double cab van that moves your business forward.
