In the wake of several recent terrorist attacks, customers of some of the UK’s largest car hire firms could soon be subject to a criminal record check for the first…
Yorkshire’s largest independent vehicle hire company set for double celebration
This year marks a double celebration for Yorkshire’s largest independent vehicle hire company. Arrow Self Drive is set to celebrate its 30th anniversary later this year and this month marks ten years since the opening of their Barnsley depot. Boasting…
£1 car hire arrives in the UK
The news has been filled with stories of car hire customers being overcharged of late, with the pitfalls of the industry making national news. However, there is a new car…
Uber acquire electric bike rental startup; Jump
Displaying a mission to lead the global vehicle rental industry, Uber are diversifying their rental portfolio on what seems like a daily basis. From investing in driverless car technology to…
National Windscreens win contract with Days Rental
Of late, the news has been filled with negative stories surrounding car hire repairs, with many large, high-profile rental firms criticised for the prices they charge and the repair methods…
Vauxhall rolls out business contract hire solution
Although not a huge name in the world of vehicle rentals, Vauxhall are seeming to be making waves in the hire market, adding their name to a longlist of manufactures…
Hertz Chauffeur expands into Asia
Hertz Asia has this week added a new website to its ever-growing collection, now offering the Hertz Chauffeur service to customers across the continent. Hertz Chauffeur is a service that…
New transport app arrives in Birmingham
It has been a big week for Birmingham commuters, having welcomed a new online app into the city. With a mission to ‘transform travel in the West Midlands’, ‘Whim’ offers a…
Dutch rental firm acquires Already Hire
Dutch rental firm, Boels Rental, has this week made its second UK acquisition, purchasing Already Hire for an undisclosed sum. Already Hire is one of the UK’s leading plant, tool…
ViaVan: Ride sharing app launches in London
Uber has a new rival in London following the launch of ride-sharing platform, ViaVan. The joint venture between Via and Mercedes-Benz will connect numerous passengers heading in the same direction…