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A move usually means a lot of stress in addition to the anticipation of the new home. Dealing with the authorities, renovation work and the tedious packing of boxes take up a lot of time and even more nerves. With our wide range of vans in various sizes, this aspect of your move becomes very easy and you get exactly the vehicle you need. Find out what else there is to know about moving with Buchbinder!
Not only the vehicles can be rented from us at a reasonable price - we also have a lot of accessories and useful additional services on offer. Just take a look here and see what might be interesting for you!
When you move, you have to think about a lot of things. When do I have to take care of notices of termination or the rewriting of contracts? Have I organized the necessary helpers? What do I need for renovation? Which transporter am I allowed to drive during my move? So that you know which vehicle you are allowed to drive and at the same time keep an eye on all the important issues, we have created a driver's license overview and a checklist for you to print out and check off for your move.
Packing tips
To ensure that all your belongings arrive well packed and in one piece in your new home, we have summarized some tips on packing for you in a text here.
Load securing
If you do not secure your load properly, you endanger not only yourself but also other road users. What should be considered when securing your boxes and pieces of furniture and what consequences an unsafe load can have, you can find out here.
Whether you need a van, or a truck - at Buchbinder we offer you a variety of options for your specific needs. Here we would like to give you an overview of the different vehicle and driver's license classes for vans and trucks, as well as their requirements and regulations.
In most cases, one drives a van or truck only for a special occasion and therefore rather rarely. One uses it for the transport after a purchase in the building market or furniture store or even for a move.
Due to the lack of routine in handling a transporter or truck, the drive can quickly become a real challenge. In order to get safely to your destination, you should think about some things beforehand and prepare the planned trip well.
You should start by taking a look at our overview to find out which vehicle you are allowed to drive with your driver's license. We also give you 5 tips for driving a van / truck that will help you get to your destination safely.
1 Vehicle pick up
If you are inexperienced in driving a van or truck, then let our staff at the station show you the rented vehicle in detail. Clarify all open questions before you get into the vehicle. After getting in, first familiarize yourself with the functions of the vehicle and adjust the side and rear view mirrors correctly.
2 Driving
During your trip, always keep in mind that a van / truck is higher, wider and longer than a car. To familiarize yourself with the vehicle, you should make a few rounds in the parking lot of the rental station before participating in road traffic. If your vehicle has a navigation system, use it to plan your route. You can set the dimensions of the vehicle here and thus avoid driving a route that is not suitable for the rented vehicle due to its height, width or weight.
In addition, it is important to keep the following points in mind: Increase in overtaking distance due to slower acceleration due to the higher weight, increase in braking distance due to the higher weight of the vehicle, keep sufficient distance to other road users
3 Speed
There are also a number of things to consider when driving a van / truck in terms of speed:
Choose a speed that allows you to brake in time whenever you need to
Be especially careful in curves
Adjust the speed so that the load arrives safely
Inform yourself about the maximum permissible speed of the vehicle before starting the journey
4 Maneuver
When maneuvering with your rental vehicle, be sure to seek assistance. Since vans and trucks do not have a rear window, you must rely on the outside mirrors, which limits your field of vision when backing up and can quickly cause you to miss things or people. To prevent this, have someone outside the vehicle help you by hand signals and verbal commands. A temporary no-parking zone is required for loading and unloading. You can easily apply for this at your respective city council or public order/road traffic department.
5 Environment
Since your vehicle is higher, wider and longer than a passenger car, you should drive especially careful and always be aware of your surroundings to avoid accidents. An adapted speed and an anticipatory driving style also help to avoid sharp braking maneuvers.
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Our stations are specialized to meet your vehicle needs. Each of our van & truck stations is located at a carefully selected site in Germany, offers different models and has the capacity to provide a substantial number of vans & trucks for your order peaks. We thus provide more choice and flexibility. Trained staff is waiting for you at each of our station, specialized in your transportation needs, with practical experience in special vehicles and knowledge of your requirements.
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