One of the world’s largest car hire companies, FleetPlan, is this week preparing for a stock market float. Reporting another year of record sales and profits, the business has reached new…
Transport for London “not in crisis”
Transport for London (TfL) have been forced to respond to concerns of a looming financial crisis after reports it is planning for a near-£1 billion deficit next year. TfL’s operational deficit…
Car hire firm raises record amount in fight against hunger
The Enterprise Rent-A-Car Foundation has made one of the largest ever donations in support of the global fight against hunger, thanks to an initiative set up to celebrate the firm’s 60th anniversary….
Northern Ireland car hire app inspired by Airbnb
This week, it was announced that car rental firm, Fleet, has come to market. Claiming to offer an innovative way for people to hire cars, the creators have formed an…
Electric car hire firm EVision adds 50 BMW i3s to its fleet
Eager to promote the benefits of green driving, car hire company, EVision, are enjoying an exciting time of expansion. Only renting out electric cars, EVison offer a modern take on…
First electric black cab touches down in London
Constantly criticised for its lack of eco-friendly thinking, London is a city of complete fascination, especially with regards to transport. This week, we have seen the first all-electric Black Cab…
Why is Shell applying for a private hire licence?
In recent years we have seen many different types of companies enter the UK’s flourishing private hire industry. Whilst some have become very successful, many have flopped. Even some big…
Wheely Takes Punt at London Hire Market
London has over the past few years become synonymous with luxury transport hire, being a city centered on opulence and of course; style. According to recent figure, the luxury transport…
BMI Launch New Chauffeur Hire Service
BMI, ‘the world’s most punctual airline’, has this week announced details of a new venture. Having already formed a working relationship with car hire company, Sixt, the airline is looking…
Avis welcomes DS5 to its fleet
Recognised for their impeccable fleet the UK’s largest car rental firm, Avis, has this week announced a newcomer, adding the DS 5 to their impeccable collection for rental purposes. Providing…