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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nTiming<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhen you are hiring a van with SIXT, be sure to allow for a decent amount of time to take care of everything you need. Obviously, there is the time needed to travel to the necessary location<\/strong> and hire the van, but also enough time for our staff to help you get used to your van. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTest Drive <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhen you hire a van from SIXT as a first-time van driver, ask our friendly staff for a quick test drive when you pick up your vehicle, and they\u2019ll be happy to give you a quick demonstration. Once you\u2019ve had your demonstration, find a quiet area nearby, such as a car park, and give yourself some time to have a test drive to get used to the feel of driving<\/strong> before you head out onto the roads.<\/p>\n\n\n\nBe Aware<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhenever you\u2019re driving a van, and especially at first, be aware of the longer length of your vehicle when changing lanes<\/strong> and turning sharp corners<\/strong>. Also, be sure to observe all lane and route restrictions that apply to the size of your van. Always be sure to remember that there are blind spots, make sure you get used to these before you head out, and stay aware of them. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSizing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you are used to driving a car, the most important thing to get used to, and stay constantly aware of, is the fact that the van you hire will probably be larger than the car you normally drive. As above, this is important to be aware of when changing lanes in terms of length, but there are also height and width differences<\/strong>. The height differences are important to be aware of when going under low cover such as an underpass. Width differences can become an issue on narrow roads, if you are new to van driving, try to avoid narrow roads where possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDistance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe braking distance of a van, due to the additional weight and size of the vehicle, can often be longer than that of a normal car. To accommodate for this distance, make sure you leave a safe distance <\/strong>between your van and the vehicle in front, so there will be no issue if you need to brake quickly for any reason. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTurn Carefully<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHowever long you\u2019ve been driving for, it is important to watch your speed when driving a van, especially if you are using a van for the first time. Always obey the speed limits on the road, and be sure to slow down considerably before bends, to accommodate for the larger size and heavier weight of your vehicle. Also, remember to use your external mirrors<\/strong> whenever turning.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSpeed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Please take care when driving through bends and reduce your speed. With less visibility and a heavier load to balance it is imperative that you remain within the speed limits, if not slightly below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Get Help with Parking<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nParking a van can be difficult, especially if you are not used to the length and width of your vehicle. Instead of trying to find a way around this by yourself, try and have someone on hand<\/strong> who can assist you with parking. If you are using a friend to help you park, make sure you arrange hand signals in advance for everything you may need to know, such as when to reverse, when to stop, and when to turn.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStay Eco-Friendly<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Test Drive <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhen you hire a van from SIXT as a first-time van driver, ask our friendly staff for a quick test drive when you pick up your vehicle, and they\u2019ll be happy to give you a quick demonstration. Once you\u2019ve had your demonstration, find a quiet area nearby, such as a car park, and give yourself some time to have a test drive to get used to the feel of driving<\/strong> before you head out onto the roads.<\/p>\n\n\n\nBe Aware<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhenever you\u2019re driving a van, and especially at first, be aware of the longer length of your vehicle when changing lanes<\/strong> and turning sharp corners<\/strong>. Also, be sure to observe all lane and route restrictions that apply to the size of your van. Always be sure to remember that there are blind spots, make sure you get used to these before you head out, and stay aware of them. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSizing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you are used to driving a car, the most important thing to get used to, and stay constantly aware of, is the fact that the van you hire will probably be larger than the car you normally drive. As above, this is important to be aware of when changing lanes in terms of length, but there are also height and width differences<\/strong>. The height differences are important to be aware of when going under low cover such as an underpass. Width differences can become an issue on narrow roads, if you are new to van driving, try to avoid narrow roads where possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDistance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe braking distance of a van, due to the additional weight and size of the vehicle, can often be longer than that of a normal car. To accommodate for this distance, make sure you leave a safe distance <\/strong>between your van and the vehicle in front, so there will be no issue if you need to brake quickly for any reason. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTurn Carefully<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHowever long you\u2019ve been driving for, it is important to watch your speed when driving a van, especially if you are using a van for the first time. Always obey the speed limits on the road, and be sure to slow down considerably before bends, to accommodate for the larger size and heavier weight of your vehicle. Also, remember to use your external mirrors<\/strong> whenever turning.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSpeed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Please take care when driving through bends and reduce your speed. With less visibility and a heavier load to balance it is imperative that you remain within the speed limits, if not slightly below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Get Help with Parking<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nParking a van can be difficult, especially if you are not used to the length and width of your vehicle. Instead of trying to find a way around this by yourself, try and have someone on hand<\/strong> who can assist you with parking. If you are using a friend to help you park, make sure you arrange hand signals in advance for everything you may need to know, such as when to reverse, when to stop, and when to turn.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStay Eco-Friendly<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Be Aware<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhenever you\u2019re driving a van, and especially at first, be aware of the longer length of your vehicle when changing lanes<\/strong> and turning sharp corners<\/strong>. Also, be sure to observe all lane and route restrictions that apply to the size of your van. Always be sure to remember that there are blind spots, make sure you get used to these before you head out, and stay aware of them. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSizing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you are used to driving a car, the most important thing to get used to, and stay constantly aware of, is the fact that the van you hire will probably be larger than the car you normally drive. As above, this is important to be aware of when changing lanes in terms of length, but there are also height and width differences<\/strong>. The height differences are important to be aware of when going under low cover such as an underpass. Width differences can become an issue on narrow roads, if you are new to van driving, try to avoid narrow roads where possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDistance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe braking distance of a van, due to the additional weight and size of the vehicle, can often be longer than that of a normal car. To accommodate for this distance, make sure you leave a safe distance <\/strong>between your van and the vehicle in front, so there will be no issue if you need to brake quickly for any reason. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTurn Carefully<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHowever long you\u2019ve been driving for, it is important to watch your speed when driving a van, especially if you are using a van for the first time. Always obey the speed limits on the road, and be sure to slow down considerably before bends, to accommodate for the larger size and heavier weight of your vehicle. Also, remember to use your external mirrors<\/strong> whenever turning.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSpeed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Please take care when driving through bends and reduce your speed. With less visibility and a heavier load to balance it is imperative that you remain within the speed limits, if not slightly below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Get Help with Parking<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nParking a van can be difficult, especially if you are not used to the length and width of your vehicle. Instead of trying to find a way around this by yourself, try and have someone on hand<\/strong> who can assist you with parking. If you are using a friend to help you park, make sure you arrange hand signals in advance for everything you may need to know, such as when to reverse, when to stop, and when to turn.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStay Eco-Friendly<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sizing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you are used to driving a car, the most important thing to get used to, and stay constantly aware of, is the fact that the van you hire will probably be larger than the car you normally drive. As above, this is important to be aware of when changing lanes in terms of length, but there are also height and width differences<\/strong>. The height differences are important to be aware of when going under low cover such as an underpass. Width differences can become an issue on narrow roads, if you are new to van driving, try to avoid narrow roads where possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDistance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe braking distance of a van, due to the additional weight and size of the vehicle, can often be longer than that of a normal car. To accommodate for this distance, make sure you leave a safe distance <\/strong>between your van and the vehicle in front, so there will be no issue if you need to brake quickly for any reason. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTurn Carefully<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHowever long you\u2019ve been driving for, it is important to watch your speed when driving a van, especially if you are using a van for the first time. Always obey the speed limits on the road, and be sure to slow down considerably before bends, to accommodate for the larger size and heavier weight of your vehicle. Also, remember to use your external mirrors<\/strong> whenever turning.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSpeed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Please take care when driving through bends and reduce your speed. With less visibility and a heavier load to balance it is imperative that you remain within the speed limits, if not slightly below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Get Help with Parking<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nParking a van can be difficult, especially if you are not used to the length and width of your vehicle. Instead of trying to find a way around this by yourself, try and have someone on hand<\/strong> who can assist you with parking. If you are using a friend to help you park, make sure you arrange hand signals in advance for everything you may need to know, such as when to reverse, when to stop, and when to turn.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStay Eco-Friendly<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Distance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe braking distance of a van, due to the additional weight and size of the vehicle, can often be longer than that of a normal car. To accommodate for this distance, make sure you leave a safe distance <\/strong>between your van and the vehicle in front, so there will be no issue if you need to brake quickly for any reason. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTurn Carefully<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHowever long you\u2019ve been driving for, it is important to watch your speed when driving a van, especially if you are using a van for the first time. Always obey the speed limits on the road, and be sure to slow down considerably before bends, to accommodate for the larger size and heavier weight of your vehicle. Also, remember to use your external mirrors<\/strong> whenever turning.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSpeed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Please take care when driving through bends and reduce your speed. With less visibility and a heavier load to balance it is imperative that you remain within the speed limits, if not slightly below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Get Help with Parking<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nParking a van can be difficult, especially if you are not used to the length and width of your vehicle. Instead of trying to find a way around this by yourself, try and have someone on hand<\/strong> who can assist you with parking. If you are using a friend to help you park, make sure you arrange hand signals in advance for everything you may need to know, such as when to reverse, when to stop, and when to turn.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStay Eco-Friendly<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Turn Carefully<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHowever long you\u2019ve been driving for, it is important to watch your speed when driving a van, especially if you are using a van for the first time. Always obey the speed limits on the road, and be sure to slow down considerably before bends, to accommodate for the larger size and heavier weight of your vehicle. Also, remember to use your external mirrors<\/strong> whenever turning.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSpeed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Please take care when driving through bends and reduce your speed. With less visibility and a heavier load to balance it is imperative that you remain within the speed limits, if not slightly below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Get Help with Parking<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nParking a van can be difficult, especially if you are not used to the length and width of your vehicle. Instead of trying to find a way around this by yourself, try and have someone on hand<\/strong> who can assist you with parking. If you are using a friend to help you park, make sure you arrange hand signals in advance for everything you may need to know, such as when to reverse, when to stop, and when to turn.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStay Eco-Friendly<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Speed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Please take care when driving through bends and reduce your speed. With less visibility and a heavier load to balance it is imperative that you remain within the speed limits, if not slightly below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n