What is the Difference Between a Van and a Truck?
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The specific differences between a van and a truck are as follows: 1. A van is a four-wheeled vehicle with a load capacity of approximately 2.5-5 tons. A truck can have 6, 10, 12, 16, 20, or 22 wheels, with load capacities ranging from over ten tons to several dozen tons. 2. Trucks do not have a roof or cover, making them unsuitable for long-distance transportation of goods. 3. The official name for a truck (Truck) is a goods vehicle (GOODS-VEHICLE), which is a type of automobile designed for transporting goods and merchandise. A van (Wagon) is a commercial vehicle primarily designed and equipped for carrying goods, and it may or may not be capable of towing a trailer.
I've been driving for over 20 years, and there's quite a difference between trucks and lorries. Lorries are those tall and massive things, capable of carrying loads of dozens of tons, used for long-distance hauling. Driving them requires a Class B license, they're not easy to handle, and they're very fuel-consuming. Trucks, on the other hand, are relatively smaller, like common minivans or pickups, very convenient for urban deliveries, able to navigate small streets and alleys with no problem, suitable for courier services or moving and such. The key point is size—lorries are like giants, while trucks are more down-to-earth, and maintenance is cheaper for trucks. If something comes up at home, just find a truck and it's sorted. Safety-wise, lorries are stable but hard to turn, while trucks are flexible but prone to tipping over, so you have to drive carefully.
