Palm Automotive Limited

Vanstyle: van accessories organised by make and model

Palm Automotive Limited operates Vanstyle, an online retailer of accessories for vans and light commercial vehicles. The catalogue is structured around vehicle makes and model generations rather than around product families, so buyers select their van first and then browse the parts and upgrades available for it. The range covers both styling and protection, and the company presents itself as stocking products from all top brands.

The store's own description of its offer names van styling accessories, alloy wheels, privacy car shades and grill guards as examples of what it sells, and frames the catalogue as covering everything required for a van, from protection to styling.

Makes and model generations covered

The navigation lists accessories for a broad set of manufacturers, including Citroen, Fiat, Hyundai, Iveco, KIA, MAN, Nissan, Peugeot, Renault, Toyota, Ford, Mercedes, Vauxhall and Volkswagen. Within each make, the catalogue is divided by generation, often with production year ranges in the section names.

• Ford: Courier (2014-2018 and 2018-2023), Transit (MK5 1993-2002, MK6 2000-2007, MK7 2007-2013 and MK8 2014-), Transit Connect (2003-2010, 2010-2014, 2014-2021 and 2021-) and Transit Custom (MK1 2012-2018, MK1 facelift 2018-2023 and MK2 2024-).
• Mercedes: Citan, Sprinter (2000-2006 W903, 2006-2013 W906, 2014-2018 W906 facelift and 2018- W907/W910) and Vito (1997-2003 W638, 2003-2010 W639, 2011-2014 W639 and 2014- W447).
• Vauxhall: Combo (04-11, 11-18 and 2018+), Movano (98-09 and 10>) and Vivaro (01-06, 07-14, 14-19 and 2019>).
• Volkswagen: Amarok (2010-2023) and further model sections, including licensed VW merchandise.

Product categories within each vehicle section

Each model section repeats a similar set of product groups, which gives a clear picture of the kind of work Vanstyle supplies parts for. Recurring categories include detailing products, awnings and rails, bulb accessories, carpet lining and fixings, front styling, in-vehicle power, interior styling, side and rear styling, sound deadening and insulation, stickers and decals, and vehicle security.

Depending on the model, the catalogue adds more specialised groups: alloy wheels and tyres, wing mirrors and mirror parts, roof racks and bars, roof rack accessories, bike racks, racking and toolboxes, ply lining kits, bulkheads, ladders and accessories, suspension, thermal blinds, window curtains, window glass and window grilles, bonnet protectors and deflectors, bumper protectors, bull bars, grilles, front splitters and spoilers, side bars and running boards, seat covers, floor mats, plate holders, upgraded horns, badges, and gifts and merchandise.

Conversion, touring and performance lines

Beyond cosmetic parts, the catalogue addresses van conversion and touring use. Carpet lining and fixings, sound deadening and insulation, ply lining kits, bulkheads and racking and toolboxes point to interior fit-out and load-area work. Travel and touring sections, awnings and rails, thermal blinds, window curtains and bike racks cover camping and leisure conversions. A performance upgrades group appears in several model sections, alongside lighting and suspension listings.

Retail operation

Vanstyle sells online through its own store, with customer accounts, a login and password recovery, and a basket. The site displays a best sellers area alongside new products and special offers, and it carries a separate Car Shades section and a 4x4Style line. A telephone line for speaking to an expert is published on the site.