Vans and fleets · Autobedrijf Willemsbrug Rotterdam

Van repair in Rotterdam for businesses and fleets

Looking for van repair in Rotterdam for your business? We service and repair vans of all makes up to 3,500 kg, from one van to a small fleet. One point of contact, the APK and the service in one visit, priority for breakdowns, and our team speaks English.

4.8 from 230 reviews | English spoken | Up to 3,500 kg

The short answer

For van repair in Rotterdam in English, come to Autobedrijf Willemsbrug at Boterdiep 11 in Rotterdam-IJsselmonde. We work on vans of all makes up to 3,500 kg, including large vans such as the Volkswagen Crafter and the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Our team speaks English, and we already work for English-speaking business owners.

You have one point of contact. We combine the APK and the service in one visit. A van that has broken down gets priority, and we also work on Saturdays. You hear the price first, and we only start once you agree. Call +31 10 479 00 00 during opening hours.

How we work with business customers

A van that is off the road costs you money. That is why we work like this:

  • One point of contact for all your vehicles
  • The APK and the service in one visit
  • A van that has broken down gets priority
  • Open on Saturday from 9.00 to 15.00
  • A quote first, then the work
  • You agree with us who may approve repairs

Has a van broken down? Have your breakdown service bring it to us. Commercial vehicles get priority. Read what to do on our car breakdown page.

Why businesses choose us

A family business since 1979, today based in Rotterdam-IJsselmonde, we are an independent garage for all makes and an RDW-approved APK (MOT) station. We already work for business owners with several vans.

We do many jobs in our own workshop, such as alternators, starter motors, clutches and internal engine work like a head gasket. That saves waiting time, because the work does not have to go elsewhere.

Large vans up to 3,500 kg fit on our lifts. We are close to exit 24 on the A16, and the A15 is quick to reach.

What we do for your vans

  • Servicing to the manufacturer’s schedule
  • APK (MOT) for vans and cars
  • Repairs, many in our own workshop
  • Tyres, balancing and four-wheel alignment
  • Air conditioning and reading fault codes
  • Servicing and repair of hybrid and electric vans

We only carry out extra work after you agree.

Van repair in Rotterdam: what we do

This table shows what we do for your vans. Most of the pages we link to are in Dutch, and your browser can translate them for you.

What we do for your vans
Area What we do Read more
Servicing Minor and major services to the manufacturer’s schedule Servicing (in Dutch)
APK (MOT) APK for vans, € 125, on weekdays, also combined with a service in one visit Van APK
Repairs Brakes, clutch, engine, cooling and electrics, many in our own workshop Van repairs (in Dutch)
Tyres and alignment Van tyres, balancing and four-wheel alignment Tyres (in Dutch)
Air conditioning Cab aircon service and repair Car air conditioning
Warning lights Reading fault codes and finding the cause Diagnostics (in Dutch)
Breakdowns Commercial vehicles that have broken down get priority Car breakdown
Electric vans Servicing and repair by GMTO-certified mechanics Hybrid and electric (in Dutch)

Paying

On a first visit, you pay by debit card or in cash. We do not accept credit cards. For regular business customers based in the Netherlands, paying by invoice is possible once we have worked together for some time.

As little time off the road as possible

We do not provide replacement vehicles. For a larger job you can use a free loan bicycle, while one is available. Above all, we keep the time your van is off the road as short as possible: we plan the work in advance, combine the APK and the service, and also work on Saturdays.

We work on all makes up to 3,500 kg, such as the Volkswagen Crafter, Transporter and Caddy, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Vito, the Ford Transit, the Renault Trafic and the Fiat Ducato. Our mechanics are GMTO certified for safe work on the high-voltage systems of hybrid and electric vehicles.

Clear agreements in advance

For every repair, you get a quote first. We only start once it is approved. You agree with us who may approve it: the owner, the fleet manager or the driver up to an agreed amount. The invoice shows per vehicle which parts we used and what work we did.

We give a warranty on our repairs. The quote tells you which warranty applies. Call +31 10 479 00 00 to get started. Dutch-speaking? Read our page for business customers (in Dutch).

Frequently asked questions about van repair

No need to click: every answer is right here for you.

Do you repair vans for businesses?

Yes. We service and repair vans for businesses of all sizes, from self-employed tradespeople with one van to companies with a small fleet. We already work for English-speaking business owners. All makes up to 3,500 kg maximum authorised mass are welcome.

Which vans can you work on?

All makes up to 3,500 kg, such as the Volkswagen Crafter and Transporter, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Vito, the Ford Transit, the Renault Trafic and Master, the Fiat Ducato and the Peugeot Boxer. Large vans and box vans fit on our lifts. We cannot take in vehicles over 3,500 kg.

Do we get one point of contact?

Yes. You have one point of contact for all your vehicles. This person knows your business and your vans, makes the appointments with you and discusses repairs with you. You do not need to explain everything again each time.

Can the APK and the service be done in one visit?

Yes. We combine the APK (the Dutch MOT) and the service in one visit, so the van is off the road only once. An APK for a van costs € 125, including VAT, the inspection report and registration with the RDW. The APK is on weekdays only. Book your van APK online.

Can my van get an APK if it has a foreign number plate?

No. The APK is only for vehicles registered in the Netherlands. We can service and repair vans with a foreign number plate. Bring the vehicle documents if you have them with you.

Can we pay by invoice?

On a first visit, you pay by debit card or in cash. We do not accept credit cards. For regular business customers based in the Netherlands, paying by invoice is possible once we have worked together for some time. We agree this with you in advance.

Do you provide a replacement vehicle?

No, we do not provide replacement vehicles. For a larger job you can use a free loan bicycle, while one is available. Above all, we keep the time your van is off the road as short as possible: we plan the work in advance, combine the APK and the service, and also work on Saturdays.

How quickly can you help when a van breaks down?

A commercial vehicle that has broken down gets priority. We check it as soon as possible. Then you hear the cause, the price and how long the repair takes. We do not have our own tow truck. Read how to get the van to us on our car breakdown page.

Can my lease company’s breakdown service bring a van to you?

Yes, this already happens. With a lease van, the lease company decides where it may be repaired. So check with your lease company first whether the van may come to us.

Who approves a repair?

You agree that with us. For example, we call the owner first, or the driver may approve small repairs up to an amount you set. We do not start a repair without approval, so you know the cost in advance.

Are you open on Saturday?

Yes. On Saturday we are open from 9.00 to 15.00 for servicing, repairs, tyres and air conditioning, so your van does not need to be off the road on a weekday. The APK is on weekdays only.

When can we drop off a van?

On weekdays you can drop off the van between 8.00 and 8.30, if we have agreed this with you. We call you when it is ready. Outside opening hours, a van can be parked in front of the garage at the owner’s risk, with the key in an envelope through our letterbox, as long as it does not block the street.

Do you work on electric vans?

Yes. Our mechanics are GMTO certified for safe work on the high-voltage systems of hybrid and electric vehicles. Electric and hybrid vans up to 3,500 kg are welcome.

Do you speak English?

Yes. Our team speaks English. You can explain the problem in English, and we explain what we find, the options and the expected costs in clear English.

How do we get started?

Call us during opening hours on +31 10 479 00 00. Tell us how many vans you have and what needs doing soon. We make an appointment for the first van and agree how we will work together.

How to find us

You will find us at Boterdiep 11 (3077 AW) in Rotterdam-IJsselmonde, diagonally opposite De Kuip, Feyenoord’s stadium, and close to exit 24 (Rotterdam-Feijenoord) on the A16. The A15 is quick to reach from here as well, which makes us easy to reach from the port area. There is free parking in front of the garage, subject to availability.

Business customers come to us from all over Rotterdam and from Barendrecht, Ridderkerk, Capelle aan den IJssel, Krimpen aan den IJssel, Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht and Zwijndrecht. We mainly work by appointment.

Plan your route to Boterdiep 11 or see our contact page.

Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 8.00 to 17.30
Saturday: 9.00 to 15.00 (no APK)
Sunday: closed
We are closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.

Your vans in good hands?

Call us during opening hours on +31 10 479 00 00. Tell us how many vans you have and what needs doing soon. You can start with one van.

Customers rate us 4.8 from 230 reviews. Read our customer reviews (in Dutch).

See also our English pages on car repair, car breakdown, the APK (MOT) and contact and directions.