Vans are some of the most popular vehicles for overlanding builds. Each model, from the Mitsubishi Delica to the Ford Transit, has its strong following. As does the Mercedes Sprinter, the bigger brother of the Metris van. And if you want to take one off-pavement, you may want to consider Storyteller Overland’s Mercedes Sprinter Beast …
One of the most common RV conversion vehicles out there is the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans. Its enormous cargo space makes it popular with adventurers wanting to travel America by road. The Mercedes Sprinter vans, however, haven’t been the pristine vehicle you’d like to believe they are. Recall after recall has plagued it, especially the 2019 model. …
The popular Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van is already a fan-favorite in terms of functional reliability. Reviews of past models talk about how easy they are to maneuver and comfortable to drive. The 2020 model year is bringing a new addition that might make it even better. Mercedes-Benz is introducing a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel engine to its …
You may have seen the cool advertisements for the Decked pickup truck bed accessory. They fit in most trucks like the Nissan Titan or Ford F-150. But sometimes this grain of aftermarket add-on can turn out to be cheesy. Are Decked drawers an organizer that is actually as cool as it looks? Or should we …
The Mercedes Sprinter can be a great option for a used van. Whether you want to hit the road and travel for the summer or you need a workhorse for your business, there is probably a perfect used Mercedes Sprinter out there for you. Some years are recommended and praised by consumer reviews. Yet other …
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a long-running van choice worldwide. Introduced in 1995, it has gained a large following and for good reason. The Sprinter came to came to the US in 2001. While there were some awesome Phase I models from 1995 – 2000 sold abroad, we will narrow this list down to the model …
So, you want to know which van is the most efficient cargo van. Whether you are buying work vans for a fleet or hitting the road in a van life conversion, efficiency is one of the most important boxes to tick. Full-size-cargo van efficiency doesn’t just stop at gas mileage. Comparing commercial van cargo capability …
When it comes to work vans, cargo vans, and passenger vans, the Ford Transit dominates the US market. Other options such as the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or the Nissan NV are also compelling choices. But the Ford Transit or––T-Series as some call it––is the class leader in many ways. Sure, it doesn’t offer a V8 like …
The Mercedes Sprinter has been a popular choice for both cargo van and camping van since the days that it was assembled in the US by Dodge. And for good reason. It is a good van. Many people who have owned one have bought a second. But sometimes brand loyalty isn’t the best factor to …
When it comes to the perfect work van or camping van, it’s essential to pick the best van. The Ram Promaster and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter are both great options that could make deciding which van to buy difficult. So, let’s compare their specs to determine which option is better. The Ram Promaster VS The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter …
For 2020, the Ford Transit cargo and passenger vans have seen some welcome updates. Though it isn’t a complete redesign, the popular full-size van gets a mid-cycle refresh. Some changes are cosmetic, while some of them go deeper. But is the new 2020 Ford Transit better than its previous models? Apart from the all-new grille …
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a top choice for both the workhorse utility vans and vanlife camper builds. It’s a great choice, too. In fact, with a diesel engine, a Sprinter will easily see a lifespan of over 300,000 miles. As long as you stay on top of regular maintenance, the longevity of a Mercedes Sprinter …
In recent years there seems to have been an explosion of interest in the fictional zombie apocalypse and how to survive it. In essence, the idea is that mindless humanoid creatures feed on regular humans. To do so, they destroy anything in the way. So, humans are forced to create fortifications out of places they …
It’s a pretty general consensus: the ProMaster cargo van doesn’t have much going for it. If you want something cheap and mildly competitive in its class, the Ram ProMaster cargo van is your dream come true. But if you want a van that handles well enough to actually enjoy driving, you’ll want something else–– like …
These two are popular work vans, passenger vans, and road trip haulers ready to take on van life. They each boast impressive capabilities and both the 2020 Mercedes Sprinter and the 2020 Ford Transit are good at their jobs. Whether on the job or a seasonal tour of the mountainous back roads of Colorado, drivers …
Large vans have been enjoying a surge in popularity. They are not just working vans anymore, they are van life vessels and passenger vans as well. They are a great choice for large families and many of them are built into epic overlanders. But how do you choose between the 2020 Transit and the 2020 …
