If you’re sorting out van hire in Bognor Regis for the first time, you may well be a little bit concerned about driving the vehicle, which is perfectly understandable if you’ve only ever driven a much smaller car before.

The good news is that driving a van really isn’t all that different to driving a car, particularly these days when the controls are all very similar. Yes, you’ll be higher up on the road but just be as prepared as you can and you’ll soon find that it’s not nearly as hard as you at first thought it might be.

When you get in the van, spend some time familiarising yourself with the controls and the gearbox so you don’t have to worry about anything and know what you’re doing in a traffic situation. It would also be sensible to adjust your driving style accordingly and perhaps go a bit slower than you might do in your car, just in case.

Something you will need to think about is the roof of the van when going under low bridges and so on. This isn’t a concern you have in a car but it is an issue worth considering when driving around in your new hire van.

Also take care when going around corners and bends, because you’ll need to leave yourself more room, adjusting this for the width of the van. If you’re in doubt, simply slow down and really take your time to get it right.

And always check the weather reports before travelling, as high winds can prove dangerous when driving in a van, particularly if it’s empty.