There are many reasons why commercial vehicles are targeted by thieves. Vans are more likely to carry valuable tools or goods and they are also more likely to be left idling or with the keys in the ignition while the driver stops in somewhere to make a delivery or collection.
Vans are more likely to be targeted at certain times of year as well. In the winter, it is common for all vehicle owners to leave cars running while they try and defrost the windscreen and this is when many opportunistic thefts take place.
Van insurance offers vital protection for anyone who relies on their vehicle for work. However, if your van is stolen or tools are taken from within it, you are not covered for the disruption that you will suffer and this is why you must take every measure to minimise the chances that you might fall victim to thieves. Insurance may cover the value of the vehicle or goods, but it will not cover you for loss of earnings that might ensue.
