Multi-stop truck

[2] The concept had been developed by two men named Oldfield and Rollston, both of Chicago, with the intent of providing a direct replacement for the horse.

[2] They are designed for frequent stops with ease of access being a priority; load floors are low and the driver can exit on either side.

[2] They typically use commercial truck chassis with a generally larger, taller body and sometimes also a longer or shorter wheelbase.

Outside businesses, they are also sometimes used as mobile command centers, police vans, and SWAT vehicles by emergency services.

Many other vans, like Citroën's HY, have a flat floor and allow the operator to enter and exit on either side or to the cargo area.