Over the previous five years, his service had tried a number of different cargo vans and trucks. While some vans and trucks offered the room he needed for larger packages, his drivers reported that the van’s lacked the maneuverability and smoothness to keep the packages from shifting in transport. Others offered smoother rides, but required more trips back and forth from the shop, which meant more fuel and fewer deliveries per day. He thought a van would be perfect for his larger deliveries, but questioned how a large van would handle the delicate, sensitive deliveries. That’s when one of his friend’s suggested he check out the Freightliner Sprinter van.

A quick peek in the Freightliner’s was all it took for Steve to see how much space he was getting for his dollar. The large, open rear of the van meant less trips back and forth from the office. Where Steve could previously only manage lighter loads limited to less than 2000 lbs., the Freightliner would let his business take on much heavier loads. And still only a few feet in width, the Freightliner would allow Steve to open up his delivery business to larger, single packages while still being able to manage the typical smaller deliveries. His customers would appreciate the speed with which their packages would be delivered, while Steve could rest easy knowing that he was saving money at the end of the day.

All it took was one test drive of the Freightliner Sprinter van for all of Steve’s fears to disappear. Sitting behind the wheel, Steve was impressed by the Freightliner’s ability to handle curves smoothly. Over bumpy terrain or smooth suburban streets, the ride remained consistent and smooth. This was important not only for Steve’s clients, but his drivers. With deadlines to meet and important packages to deliver, the last thing Steve wanted them to worry about was an uncomfortable ride. Steve was impressed with the ease with which he was able to drive the van, which would mean that, unlike bulkier vans, his drivers would need no special training.

At the root of the Freightliner’s smooth ride is the quality design. Utilizing years of experience, the engineer’s at Freightliner worked for years to create the perfect melding of frame design and high performance, fuel efficient engine design.

Steve found that the Freightliner’s diesel engine not only outperformed other comparable vans, but that this performance translated into greater fuel efficiency. Not only would he would he save money with fewer trips back to the shop, but he could be confident that his trucks would get significantly more miles to the gallon than other diesel driven vans and trucks. This, coupled with affordable pricing offered by his local Freightliner dealer, meant Freightliner was the right decision for Steve’s bottom line.

Many years passed as Jack found himself with a family of his own. As his children grew older, Jack and his wife, Donna, knew that they wanted to give their kids that same summer vacation experience, but they wondered how they could do it. With five young children, two adults, and more luggage than they could possibly fit in their old sedan, it seemed as though their vacation plans would come at the cost of their sanity. Not ready to give up, Jack did some research on the Internet and decided to check out the Dodge Sprinter.

The Dodge Sprinter van was the perfect fit for this growing family. Jack knew right away that the Sprinter van would make their vacation plans a snap and make an economical choice for everyday driving. The van offered plenty of space, giving each child a bit of room while still leaving plenty of cargo space for their luggage and supplies. The smooth ride and able performance meant that driving wouldn’t be a problem on long stretches of highway or on errands around town.

The deal was sealed when Jack learned about the fuel efficient design of the Dodge Sprinter van. The exterior frame, far sleeker than Jack expected to see in a big van, combined with the powerful diesel engine meant more miles per gallon on the freeways than other comparable vans.

Jack and Donna love their Dodge Sprinter van for their vacations but also for their day to day trips. The Dodge Sprinter is surprisingly manageable on the smaller residential streets, giving just the right level of safety and stopping power no matter the weather conditions. The weekly fuel savings are nothing to laugh at either, with the family finding that they are consistently saving money over similar sized vans.

One worry Jack had when considering the Dodge Sprinter was that it could be too much space for their family in day to day to life, both parents have come to see the benefits of having a big van that grow with them. The quality Dodge design guarantees that their van will last.

Furthermore, they’ve both been surprised to see how much they use that extra space. Soccer games, trips to the home repair store, or just a big grocery shopping trip; the Dodge Sprinter van can help families no matter the situation.

Twenty four hours a day, seven days a week, Alan and his drivers must be ready to go at a moment’s notice. When a customer calls Alan’s service and asks for a delivery, they expect their shipment to arrive on time and not a moment later. The Freightliner Sprinter accommodates these needs with a powerful diesel engine and sleek, aerodynamic design.

The Freightliner Sprinter, while modern and sleek looking, is meant to be put to work. Alan’s customers expect a great deal from him, and he in turn expects a lot from his vehicles. The Freightliner line of vehicles is known for its quality, consistent design. This quality design ensures that the Freightliner will hold up, load after load and mile after mile.

While speed is a factor, safety is priority number one for Alan. Not only does he have to ensure that each delivery will arrive undamaged, but, as a good employer, Alan always looks out for his employees and strives to guarantee their safety. Fortunately, the Freightliner’s design provides for maximum safety for both passengers and cargo. The revolutionary design lets the drivers take turns safely in a manner consistent with much smaller delivery vans, regardless of weather or road conditions.

Many other Hot Shot services in the area charge an extra fuel surcharge per delivery. As part of his incentive program, Alan chooses not to charge extra for most deliveries. To make up for this lost income, Alan selected the Freightliner Sprinter for it’s fuel efficient diesel engine. No matter the load size, Alan knows that the engines in his delivery vans are not wasting one drop of fuel.

Thanks to the Freightliner Sprinter, Alan is able to continue providing this incentive, something his frequent customers appreciate. Making the Freightliner even more attractive, Alan was able to work with his local dealer to ensure a low purchase price for his new fleet of vans, saving him valuable money.

While all of these features of the Sprinter cargo vans are important to Alan, the most important factor for Alan when selecting his new cargo vans was space. Alan’s customers expect to have their supplies delivered as rapidly as possible and in as few trips as possible. To accommodate their needs, Alan needed a van that could handle loads like a big rig but would fit in his budget like a conventional van. Fortunately the Sprinter’s interior design maximizes space usage, giving him more than enough space to handle the larger than normal jobs.

Though many years have passed since his days as paperboy, Alan still remembers the lessons he learned. Hard work and quality service are the keys to success in any business. That’s what clients expect from him, and that’s what he expects from his Freightliner Sprinter vans.

Likewise, Frank expects quality from the good as the tools and supplies he uses in his business. That’s why when Frank was in the market for a new work vehicle, he chose one of the Mercedes Sprinter vans.

Frank has found that the Mercedes Sprinter van gives him just the right level of space needed for all of his jobs. With other cargo vans, Frank was finding that increased size meant an overall decrease in quality. From the smooth, sleek exterior of the Mercedes Sprinter, Frank initially expected to find too little space for his needs. Frank was pleasantly surprised to discover that the Mercedes Sprinter offers one of the largest payload capacities on the market today, more than enough space for a busy electrician. Beyond space, Frank did some research and found that Mercedes Sprinter cargo vans had a greater weight capacity than most consumer vans, meaning that he could transport heavier loads without damaging the van or the roads.

Sitting behind the wheel, Frank was immediately impressed with the Sprinter’s speed and maneuverability. Quality maneuverability not only means that Frank’s drivers and supplies are safe, but the car itself will be able to survive whatever the road throws at them.

Frank comes from a long-line of car buffs, so quality design is extremely important to him. He knew that by purchasing a Mercedes Sprinter, he was dealing with decades of quality engineering experience. For all of the cutting edge redesigns in the exterior frame, Frank knew that underneath the hood was the quality Mercedes engine design he and his family had relied on for many years before.

While Frank only buys the best for his business, cost is still a factor. Every penny he can save is a penny he can reinvest in the business or pass on to his loyal customers. Lucky for him, the Mercedes Sprinter offered a quality automobile at an affordable price.

Working with his local Sprinter dealer, Frank was able to get all the trucks he needed for his crew at an affordable price.

Fortunately, the savings didn’t end there. After a few weeks, Frank started to notice that the amount of money his business was spending on gas had decreased significantly. This was due to the Sprinter’s revolutionary design, combining a stream-lined exterior with one of the most fuel efficient engines ever designed. This revolutionary diesel engine far surpassed most other cargo vans on the market today.

Most of Frank’s clients will never notice his Mercedes Sprinter van. When their power goes out or they need some important rewiring done, quality cargo vans are the last things on their mind. Fortunately for them, Frank does think about these things ahead of time, so his customers don’t have to.

That’s why he bought the Dodge Sprinter cargo van.

The Dodge Sprinter cargo van gives Jerry just the right amount of space. He can keep the van stocked at all times with the normal, day-to-day supplies he needs in his plumbing business.

This came in handy just last week while out on a service call. When a pipe unexpectedly burst at a long-time customers’ house, Jerry had the supplies on hand to deal with the problem. Instead of having to drive all the way back to the shop, Jerry was able to handle the problem and get his customer hooked back up in no time at all. They appreciated his work, and Jerry appreciated the time and money he saved.

Beyond the day to day uses, Jerry has found that the Dodge Sprinter van also gives him the space he needs for those once in a while, big cargo jobs. On expensive remodels, the job might call for specialty tubs, toilets, faucets or pipes. Jerry used to have to contract out to delivery services in order to get supplies to the job site, costing both he and his clients. Now Jerry can get what he needs, where he needs it, on his own terms.

Unlike larger, bulkier cargo trucks, the Dodge Sprinter van is maneuverable. While it holds cargo like a van, it drives as smooth as any standard sized car. When bad weather hits, plumbers are in high demand. Jerry’s clients expect him to be able to respond, rain or shine. He’s been very pleased with how his Sprinter handles like a dream, carrying heavy loads on paved streets or gravel drives.

Also, unlike larger cars, the Dodge Sprinter can park anywhere a normal van can. While size might not matter on the loading docks, it’s a great deal more important when Jerry is trying to get the water back on in a residential neighborhood.

The Dodge Sprinter doesn’t just save Jerry money in terms of its ability to hold more cargo. It is one of the most fuel efficient cargo vans on the market. From its stream-lined design to powerful, cutting line engine, the Dodge Sprinter has helped Jerry weather the gas pump spikes better than any of his competitors. All this, and for a price comparable or lesser than most standard cargo vans on the market!

In an emergency, Jerry’s clients know that they can count on him for all of their plumbing needs. They might not know it, but a great deal of his reliability is due to the quality, spacious design of his Dodge Sprinter cargo van. Dodge is a name small business owners can count on through think and thin. Like Jerry, they will continue to deliver quality service for years to come.

Sprinters are meant for big families or commercial use. The advantages of Sprinter are :

1. Passenger comfort

2. Cargo capacity

3. Body configurations

4. Driving dynamics

Multiple seat adjustments ensured decent comfort, and overall ergonomics gave the impression of driving a regular passenger car instead of a hulking van.

Considering that one of the main criticisms levied at the Sprinter when it was new was its high starting price, used Sprinters should be a good buy for those looking for a work van or a high-capacity people mover.

Adapted from : http://www.edmunds.com/dodge/sprinter/review.html

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