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Understanding Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Is An Uncompromising Value That Can Get You Into Hot Water If You're Vehicle Exceeds It. Here What You NEED To Know.
Penalties For Overloading A Vehicle
Penalties, Fines & Endorsements For Overloaded Cars, Vans, & Automobiles | What They Are And How To AVOID Them.
The Showdown - Kerb Weight Vs Gross Weight
So, Kerb Weight vs Gross Weight, What's The Difference? Quite A Lot Actually And It Varies From Vehicle To Vehicle. Full Comparison Guide.
The 3.5t Van With The Highest Payload
So, What Van Has The Highest Payload In The 3.5t Range? I'll Give You A Clue, It's Definitely DEFINITELY Not A Luton.
What Is A 3.5 Tonne Van Exactly?
Think "3.5 Tonne Van" And You"ll Think Luton Box Van | But There's So Much More To The 3.5t Range Than Just A Big Bulky Box On Wheels <<.
Penalty Points, Endorsements & Van Hire
Can You Hire A Van With Penalty Points Or Driving Convictions? Yes, No, & Maybe. Here Are 3 Solid Van Hire Solutions For When Your Dodgy Licence Lets You Down.
Complete Dimensions Of A Luton Van
So, Internal, External, Height, Width, Length, Load Volume, Wheelbase, Door Aperture, And All That Geeky Goodness..
Difference Between Kerb & Unladen Weights
So, Unladen Weight And Kerb Weight - The Differences Between The 2 And What You Need To Know In A Short, Simple, Easy To Follow Explanation.
Tail Lift Loading Limits
Not All Tail Lifts Are Created Equal. Here Are The Loading Limits Of The Most Popular Tail Lifts For LCV's & Above.
Unladen, Dry, And Empty Weight Explained
The DVSA Have Invented All Sorts Of Weird Weight Classifications. Find Out What Unladen (dry/empty) Weight Is And How It Applies To You.
Penalty Points, Convictions And Road Offences
Everything You Ever Needed To Know About Penalty Points, Convictions, Consequences, & Road Traffic Offences.
The B&Q, Hertz, And Questionable Van Hire
Just Because You Can, Does That Mean You Should? Here's Why You Probably Shouldn't Hire A Hertz Van Through The B&Q
Weight Specs Of A Luton Van
You Should Never Ask A Woman How Much She Weighs, But When It Comes To Luton Vans, You Should Really Make A Point Of Finding Out.
Charging Up? How Long Does It Take?
Always In A Hurry? Here Is How Long It Takes To Charge An Electric Van. It Really Isn't As Long As You Think.
Charging An Electric Van In £££'s
Electric Or Diesel? Hmmm... Decisions Decisions... The Question Is, Will You Save Money Charging Up?
The Battery Bus With The Longest Range
The Question On Everyone's Mind Is, How Far Will An Electric Van It Go? Answer: Further Than You Think - Probably...
Mam Weight? What Is It Exactly?
Maximum Authorised Mass Explained. What It Means To You As A Loader/Transporter And How It May Affect You.
GTW Weight | Gross Train Weight Explained
Vehicle Kerb Weight + Vehicle Payload Capacity + Unladen Trailer Weight + Trailer Payload Capacity = Gross Train Weight (GTW). There, That Was Easy.
Driving A Minibus On A Car Licence?
As The Great Yes/No Debate Rages On On Whether Or Not You're Legally Allowed To Drive A Minibus On A Car Licence, Here's The Truth About Category B, C, D & D1 Entitlements.
The Best Van For A Boondocking Adventure
Boondocking, It's Only Something I've Recently Learned Existed But If You Love The Idea Of Wild Camping And Outdoor Adventure, Here's The Best Van For The Job.
Choosing The Right Van For A Camper Conversion
We Love Vans, And Know Everything There Is To Know About Them So It's No Surprise That If You Want To Convert A Van Into A Camper, We'll Know About That Too.
Lot's Q&As About Luton Vans
We've Been In Business For Years So Have Been Asked Pretty Much All There Is To Ask About Luton Vans. Here They Are, Listed In Our New Nerdy Luton Van FAQs Page - Happy Reading.
Driving A Luton On A Car Licence
Wondering If You're Able To Drive A Luton Van On A Normal Car Licence With Class B Entitlement? We Had A Look At The Law, The DVLA And What You Can And Can't Legally Drive.
Getting Started In The Removals Business
Looking To Start A New Business? Then A Career In The Removals Industry Is Certainly Something To Consider. With High Earning Potential And Hours To Suit You, What's Not To Love?
How Much Does A Van Actually Weigh?
Knowing How Much Your Van Weighs Gives You A Clear Idea Of How Much You Can Load In The Back Without Exceeding Your GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight). Different Vans Have Different Specs. Have A Look!
How To Start A Rubbish Removal Business
One Mans Rubbish Is Another Mans Riches They Say So Find Out How To Turn Trash Into Treasure. Here's How To Start A Rubbish Removal Business!
Storing Clothes | Trade Tricks On Garment & Fabric Storage
Store Your Clothes Safely Without Fear Of Mould, Mildew Or Bacterial Buildup. Top Trade Tips For Making Sure Your Clothing Stays Dry, Clean & Yuck Free While In Storage!
Top Tips & Handy Hints For Moving House
No Removals Blog Would Be Complete Without A Comprehensive "List Of Things To Do When Moving House" Guide To Make Moving Day Easier. Find Out How You Can Save Time & Money On Moving Day With Our Article On Top Tips For Moving House!
Budget Van Insurance | Our Review
As Scotland's Most Successful Van & Driver Hire Company, We Searched For Top Tier Insurance Cover. Here's What We Learned About Budget Van Insurance..
Free Responsive Man And Van Website Template
Free responsive man and van website template available for personal or commercial use. Zero limitations. Download and learn how to edit & optimise the files for a Google top spot.
Best Insurance Providers For Man And Van Companies
Insurance is critical to running your man with a van business. We tested the top 5 insurers to see how they faired. Here's what we found.
6 Solid Reasons Why We Out-Perform All Other Removal Companies in Falkirk
When looking to book a home or office removal, getting it right first time is critical - and is why we should be on the top of your list when considering any one of the local removal companies in Falkirk.
Start A Successful Business With Your Van & No Money
It's hard work, but it will work. Here are 5 proven methods of starting a successful business with your van with little or no working capital.
6 Reasons Why A Man With A Van Crushes Self Drive Hire
Self drive van hire has had it's day. And while still a handy service to have around, who really needs the self drive hire hassle just to move a few thing's from here to there?
Start A New Man And Van Business in 2018
Scotland's Most Successful Man With A Van Hire Company Reveals Industry Secrets To Running A Popular Van & Driver Hire Company In Your Local Area.
New, All Electric Luton Vans
It's been a long time coming, but the future is electric and the time of electric vans is fast approaching - and we can't wait.
Things You Need To Know When Choosing A Removals Firm
Avoid the cowboys and save yourself the trouble by being vigilant. Here's how to spot a rogue trader.
Falkirk Van Hire Goes Green
After another busy week, Falkirk Van Hire & Removals looks at new ways to get greener.
Scheduled Roadworks around the Falkirk Area
Oh what joy - they're digging up the roads again. Heres a list of scheduled inconveniences so you know what and where to avoid over the next few days.
Our New Blog
We were pretty gutted after we lost the old blog but was old code, sluggish and it didn't like being customised. So, out with the old in with the new - onwards and upwards and onto brighter things they would say. Presenting our all new blog. Feel free to have a poke about :)