In running a business, sometimes the means of Transportation have a role that is quite important or even very important. One means of transportation that usually has an important role in the business is the car. The advantages of the car include that it can travel longer distances faster because it can pass toll roads. And cars, in general, have larger engines so that their thrust exceeds that of motorcycles. Compared to motorcycles, cars also have a greater carrying capacity. Even small cars such as sedans or city car types still have a larger carrying capacity than motorcycles. The advantage of the car is also better protect transport, both goods and people, from the scorching sun or rain.
Some Types Of Cars For Business
We need to know some types of cars that are widely or commonly used for business.
1. Micro Car
This type of car is a type of car combination between a car and a motorcycle. This type of car usually uses an engine under 1000 cc and usually only fits for 2 passengers. This type of car is quite popular in Europe. In Indonesia, which includes this type of car is the Tata Nano made in India.
2. City Car
City car or city car is a small car intended for use in the city. City cars have higher performance and better safety levels than micro cars. Because of its small shape, this type of car is designed to be agile and comfortable to drive in a city with heavy traffic, easy to find a place to park, and relatively low fuel consumption. Some examples of city cars in Indonesia include: Chevrolet Spark, Daihatsu Ceria, Hyundai AtoZ, KIA Visto, Suzuki Karimun.
3. Family Car
Family car or family car usually has enough room to accommodate 6 adults plus a spacious trunk. Usually use a 1600cc engine. This type of car is dominated by sedan type cars, including Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Honda Civic, Honda Accord, etc.
4. Car MPV
MPV or Multi Purpose Vechile car is a car that has flexibility for various purposes. Can carry people, or passengers, in large quantities. Can be in the city, or out of town. Some MPV class vehicles include Suzuki APV, Daihatsu Grand Max, Daihatsu Luxio, KIA Carnival, Mazda E2000 etc.
5. Car Pickup
Mini pickup truck or better known as a pickup car is a car with an open back in the form of a tub that is usually used to transport goods. This type of car is intended for the mobilization of goods, has a large capacity for freight transport. Among the examples Mitsubishi Colt, Daihatsu Grand Max Pickup,
6. Car Truck
What we call a truck is actually a large version of a pickup car, or the term large pickup truck. While the larger form with 3 axes, 1 in front, and tandem in the back is referred to as a tronton truck, while those used for container transportation in the form of a patch are referred to as trailer trucks. The carrying capacity of trucks varies from 12 tons etc 80 tons, or sometimes more. Among the examples are Mitsubishi Colt, Hino Dutro, Mitsubishi Fuso, Isuzu Elf, etc.
Tips For Choosing A Car For Business
In choosing the right car for your business, it is necessary to weigh the following factors:
1. Types of business and requirements
If you are going to buy a car, the type of business you are very influential with the type of car you will buy. Suppose the car you will use to deliver food in the catering business, then you need a type of car with a large enough carrying capacity and hygienic enough, for example the type of family car or MPV. Or if your business is buying and selling furniture then a pickup type car or truck may be suitable. And also adjust to your needs for the car, for example to come to potential clients and interact with clients, then the car type micro car or city car is sufficient.
2. Adjust to budget
Make sure the car you buy is in accordance with the cashflow conditions of your business. A car is an asset as well as an investment. Calculate the approximate real-immaterial profit obtained by owning a car and compare it with the costs incurred. Don’t spend all your money to have a car. If the costs incurred are not worth the profits, maybe a used car is the solution.
3. Car Quality
Make sure the car you rent is in the best condition and can withstand to be used as needed. This is very important considering that the car you are going to buy is a car for your business, do not let your business be hampered just because the car has a lot of problems.
4. Ask a mechanic
If you are unfamiliar with automotive engineering, there is nothing wrong with inviting your friends who understand the ins and outs of cars when surveying before buying. Ask for suggestions and ask him things that need to be checked from the car you are going to buy.
5. Treatment cost
Before deciding to buy a car, you need to be aware that the car needs maintenance and is subject to depreciation. And the cost of car maintenance is certainly not as cheap as Motorcycle Maintenance. Budget every month maintenance costs for your car, do not let you be ‘surprised’ after buying a car turns out a lot of costs incurred to maintain it.
6. Fuel costs
Car fuel also needs to be considered before buying a car. Calculate the approximate cost of fuel that will be spent on your car. Fuel prices are so expensive right now. And choose an energy-efficient car, ask your dealer or mechanic friend this problem. The price of diesel is relatively cheaper than gasoline, so diesel-engined cars may be one solution to overcome the large cost of fuel.
