Need a vehicle for your business? Here is a list of efficient cars you can use.

There are different types of vehicles available in the market but not all are suggested for business purposes. One may buy a convertible for swag and style but using it for business would run down the glamour and luxury of the vehicle.

Smart business owners prefer to have a different ride than what they use for personal purposes. They see this as a worthy investment since service vehicles are built to be more cost-effective and practical rather than shiny and superfluous.

Most of them are also fuel-efficient since manufacturers keep in mind the main purpose that clients will be using them for. One of the most particular features that most entrepreneurs look for its space and versatility in a vehicle.

This is because there are also business owners who want a vehicle that they can use in both personal affairs and business ventures.  Listed below are the best types of vehicles that are guaranteed to be the ally of small business owners:

1. Hatchback

Hatchbacks are particular car types designed with doors at the rear. These are made to open upwards and should have ample space at the back. These are available in two types of door configuration as well; some are built to have 2-doors while 4-doors are more common.

One of the most usual businesses that utilize hatchbacks is small bakeries and cake shops. Bakeshop owners find their spacious rear compartment very helpful in deliveries.

There are some hatchback models that may be costlier than others but a good thing about hatchbacks is that they are versatile. They can be used for business as well as personal use especially on trips where loading heavy and bulky things unto the car will be necessary. Some common hatchback models that are built with 4-doors are the Hyundai Grand i10, Renault Kwid and Suzuki Alto.

There are some hatchback models that may be costlier than others but a good thing about hatchbacks is that they are versatile

2. Pickup Truck

These types of vehicles are the most common choice for business owners who have plenty of stuff to load and unload every time they need to use the vehicle. These were originally meant as a work-force transport machine. These are light-duty trucks engineered with enclosed cabins and has an open cargo area at the back.

Pickup trucks are widely used all over the world in business, agriculture and for other means of transport of goods and equipment due to its fully-engineered horsepower and sufficient storage. Mini-marts, mini-groceries and supplying and distributing of wet and dry goods are only some of the businesses that are greatly aided by pickup trucks.

There are also two varieties of pick-up trucks wherein there are some with 2-doors and some with 4-doors. Some of the most popular pickup trucks sold in the Philippines are the Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D-Max and Mitsubishi Strada.

There are also two varieties of pick-up trucks wherein there are some with 2-doors and some with 4-doors

3. MPV or Multi-Purpose Vehicle

The name of the vehicle type already speaks for itself. Multi-purpose vehicles are also dubbed as “people carriers” or MUV (Multi-Utility Vehicle). Even though it has a larger seating capacity than most cars, it’s not just designed to transport people.

There are also models that double as a hatchback which makes it preferable for entrepreneurs with the financial capacity to afford one. The Kia Caren, Ford S-Max and Ford C-Max are the most common choices for MPV.

Multi-purpose vehicles are also dubbed as “people carriers” or MUV (Multi-Utility Vehicle)

4. Multi-cab

This is another favorite choice amongst small-type business owners. Multi-cabs are distinguished by the front cabin meant for the driver and the side-passenger and a bigger passenger space where more people could fit at the back. Most multi-cabs have seating capacities of 11 to 13 people; while there are also smaller versions with less seating capacity.

Multi-cabs look like light trucks but are significantly smaller in size. Some even venture into the idea of having the multi-cab as the business itself. Since multi-cabs have multiple seats, some entrepreneurs use this as a public-utility vehicle.

There two types of multi-cabs that are built for different purposes. There are multi-cabs with open rear cabins while those with enclosed rear cabins are commonly equipped with air-conditioners. Most common multi-cab models are the Suzuki LMM376, Suzuki Every 660 and Suzuki Scrum.

Multi-cabs look like light trucks but are significantly smaller in size

5. Tri-Bike/Auto Rickshaw

Tri-bike and auto rickshaw are cheaper alternatives to 4-wheeled vehicles and is most applicable to small businesses and small-time entrepreneurs. Before, tri-bikes used to be modified and had to be specially made. They are distinguished by the motorbike at the front wielded to a railed loading cabin at the back or sometimes at the sides.

The loading cabin can have an area where a person or a couple of people can sit down or it can just be a plain loading area for materials. If one had to order for a tri-bike to be made before, that’s no longer the case these days.

There are manufacturers who have innovated the modern need for a cheaper yet versatile mode of transport, therefore, tri-bikes that are ready to use are now available in the market. Tri-bikes are the most ideal choices for a store and mini-grocery owners who tend to buy their products in bulk.

Tri-bike and auto rickshaw are cheaper alternatives to 4-wheeled vehicles and is most applicable to small businesses and small-time entrepreneurs

6. Final Say

The variety of vehicles in this list proves that not every ride is meant for every business. Some business owners may prefer to have the hatchback to have it double as a family service vehicle but not every entrepreneur can afford to purchase one. Asides from the actual vehicle price, a garage or a proper and safe storage area are also necessary for whichever is the chosen vehicle for the business. This can also add to the additional cost.

Another potential concern that should be taken into consideration is the preventive maintenance cost. Although a hatchback or an MPV would sound like a comfortable choice, the maintenance costs could go above the roof and could cost more than what the business owner is earning.

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