Van

A Van is a class of automobile that is designed to carry cargo and sometimes passengers.

Usage
Most vans in the United States are used as normal civilian vehicles. They are commonly used as vehicles for businesses, including mobile businesses, which usually have most of their equipment inside of the vehicle(s) (i.e. Construction, Gardening, Plumbing, Repairs, etc.). Vans are also commonly used as shuttles by hotels and airports, transportation vehicles, commercial vehicles, and emergency vehicles.

Classification
For a vehicle to be classified as a van, it has to meet the following requirements:
 * Vehicle is usually built on a pickup truck platform, but can use its own platform as well
 * Vehicle body is separated into two/three compartments: Engine - Driver/Passenger Area = Storage
 * Vehicle has four-six doors (four doors is common if commercial vehicle)
 * Vehicle usually has a lot of space (the storage area floor is the bare platform or a thin sheet of metal between it and the platform unless it is a passenger van or travel van)

Types Of Vans
Below are the different kinds of vans, aside from the general class.

Cargo Van
A Cargo Van is designed to carry products and materials, usually from warehouses to commercial buildings.

Passenger Van
A Passenger Van has more seating in the storage area of the vehicle than a regular van. These vans usually have six-eight seats.

Travel Van
A Travel Van is designed to carry passengers and to go long distances. These vehicles tend to have good gas mileage.

Utility Van
A Utility Van is designed for utility purposes, such as construction or repairs.

Vehicles In This Class
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