Choosing the Right Vehicle for Your Business
Every business needs a reliable workhorse — but the right one depends on what you do, how much you carry, and how far you go. Whether you’re in logistics, food delivery, construction, or passenger transport, this quick guide will help you find the perfect vehicle to keep your operations running smoothly.
Purpose of Use
Before choosing, ask yourself: What’s the main purpose of the vehicle?
Logistics & Delivery: Look for compact vans with good fuel efficiency and loading space, such as the Nissan NV200 or Toyota Hiace. (1.7m & 2.4m cargo vans)
Construction & Trade: Medium or heavy-duty lorries (Isuzu N-Series, Hino Dutro) are ideal for tools, equipment, and site transport. (10ft,14ft,24ft lorry)
Food Industry: Boxed-up or freezer trucks keep products fresh and compliant with temperature standards. (10ft, 14ft, 24ft freezer trucks)
Passenger Transport: MPVs or minibuses with high comfort and safety ratings are better for staff or shuttle use. (lorry with canopy, MPVs, 10pax/13pax/23pax bus)
Choosing based on your business type ensures better fuel economy, fewer breakdowns, and the right return on investment.
Payload & Size
Your payload determines how much your vehicle can safely carry. Overloading reduces lifespan and increases running costs.
Light Duty (<1.5 Ton)
Small cargo, courier
Small van: Honda N-van , Suzuki Every , Suzuki base spacia.
Medium van: Nissan Nv200 , Toyota townace , Citroen berlingo , Renault Kangoo.
Big van: Toyota Hiace , Nissan Nv350.
Electric: Citroen e-berlingo , BYD eT3 , Renault Kangoo ETech , Maxus E Deliver 5 , Volkswagen ID Buzz , Higer H5F.
Medium Duty (1.5 – 3 Ton)
Construction, logistics
10ft lorry: Hino Dutro , Nissan Cabstar , Kia K2500 , Mitsubishi FEA01 , Isuzu NJR88
14ft lorry: Hino 300 XZU710R, Isuzu N-Series: NPR85 / NNR85 / NMR85 / NPR75 , Mitsubishi Canter Series: FEB21 / FEB50 / FEB71.
Electric: SRM T3 10ft , SANY FR601 14ft , Qingling EQ2 14ft
Heavy Duty (>3 Ton)
Industrial, heavy transport
Hino 500 Series: FD9J (6ton) / FG8J (10ton) , Isuzu F-Series: FRR90 (6ton) / FSR90 (7ton) / FVR90 (10ton) , Mitsubishi Fighter Series: FK62 (7ton) / FM65 (10ton) / FP70 (Prime mover) / FV70 (10 wheel , Crane lorry , Tipper truck)
