New fleet of Volkswagen Crafters for Rushlift

Rushlift, the nationwide materials handling equipment supplier, has taken delivery of 55 new Volkswagen Crafter vans to support its field service engineers.

All the new vehicles have been converted at the rear with bespoke racking, 350-watt inverters and workbenches, designed to allow the staff to support customers across the country.

The Crafter is the largest model in Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ line-up, with up to 18.4cu m of load space and 2.4-tonne maximum payload. With a load height of up to 2,196mm, the Crafter has excellent loadability.

Alina Sirghi, fleet controller at Rushlift, said: “This marks an important step in supporting our growing customer base across the UK. These vehicles not only enhance the reliability and efficiency of our service operations, but also reflect our commitment to equipping our engineers with the best possible tools for the job. Partnering with Volkswagen ensures we maintain a fleet that meets our high standards for safety, performance and sustainability. This investment reinforces Rushlift’s dedication to delivering industry-leading service and remaining at the forefront of material handling support.”