Category: Tips and Advice

Maintaining your tyres

Keeping your tyres in good condition is key to making sure you are safe on the roads. While replacing them will be inevitable, but there are a few things you can do to increase their lifespan and keep you safer on your travels. 

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Driving in the dark

The morning and the evenings are getting darker which means a lot of tradesmen, and women, will be on the roads in the darker hours. We have put together our top tips for driving in the dark so have a read and see if you can put any of these into practice to make your drive that bit more comfortable.

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Keeping healthy on the roads

Being behind a wheel all day can be pretty taxing. Put a manual job on top of that and you could be left feeling out of sorts. Keeping active and healthy on the roads can be hard but here are our top tips to get you on the right track.

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Builder’s back

If you’re in the trade, you will have no doubt heard of Builder’s back, if you have experienced it yourself or not. Heavy lifting and hours spent behind the wheel can take their toll on your back and with 70% of van drivers taking time off work due to back pain (according to Volkswagen) it’s time we did something about it. Here are some tips to minimise the strain on your back while driving…

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Your van guide

When looking for your next van, the amount of choice on the market can be overwhelming. With so many types of vans, knowing which is best for what business and purpose can be tricky so we have put together a quick guide on the types of vans available to you and what they are good for.

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Things to do in Cheshire

At Cheshire Vehicle Supplies, we are lucky to be based in the heart of Cheshire, surrounded by amazing things to see and do. We have put together a list of our favourites below, so if you are looking for inspiration or are after an excuse to come and visit us, read on to find out more…

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How does part-exchange work?

If you’re looking for your next vehicle, you may be considering a part-exchange using your current van. But how does it work? Read on to find out more about part-exchanging, the benefits and if it is right for you.

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Using a van for business

Did you know that at any given moment, there are 3.5 million vans registered for business use across the UK? This number is set to grow over the next few years which shows just how important vans are in business. If you’re thinking about using a van in your business, read on to find out everything you need to know before making the purchase.

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Insuring a modified van

If you’re looking at purchasing a modified van, or modifying a van you already have, it is worth knowing the dos and don’ts of insuring a modified van. Read our blog post to find out more.

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