Frequently asked questions
Q: What 'ID' do I require to hire a vehicle?
A: You will need a recent Utility Bill (no older than 90 days), Bank Statement, or Council Tax Bill as well as your own Driving Licence. If you have the new photo type of Driving licence, you must bring in both parts of the licence
Q: What payments do you accept?
A: We accept payment by Debit Card or Credit Card only - all major credit cards excepted. Payment must be made in full before commencement of hire.
Q: Do I need the 'counter part' of my Driving Licence?
A: Yes or there will be a charge for phoning the DVLA premium rate number.
Q: I have a Foreign Licence - can I hire?
A: Overseas licences are accepted at the discretion of the company.
Q: Can I take your hire vehicles abroad?
A: Yes, subject to prior approval. Additional charges will apply and you will need extra documentation to take the vehicle outside of the UK. All vehicles will need a letter of authorisation to take the vehicle abroad.
Q: What is the minimum age to hire?
A: The minimum age is 21 years for small cars and 25 years for anything else.
Q: What entitlement do I need to hire a Minibus?
A: You should have Category D1 on your Driving Licence.
Q: What entitlement do I need to drive a 7.5ton Lorry?
A: You should have Category C1 on your Driving Licence. An Operators Licence is required for business use. This is only required for business use and not a private rental.
Q: Can I have an additional driver?
A: Yes you can, but we will need to see them and their Driving Licence when the vehicle is collected - there will be a small charge for this service.
Q: What happens if the hire vehicle I have rented breaks down?
A: In the unlikely event of breakdown the hirer is asked to contact a Roadside Breakdown Service (AA/RAC) - who will assist you. A number will be issued when you collect your vehicle. If not repairable at site of breakdown we will replace your vehicle (if your model is not available - your hire vehicle will be up graded free of charge). We will also deliver the vehicle free of charge.
Q: Do I have to supply the fuel?
A: Yes, all fuel used in the hire vehicles is the hirers responsibility. You must return the vehicle with the same amount of fuel that it had in it at the start of the hire. Vehicles normally run from 1/4 to 1/4.
Q: Can I extend the hire?
A: Yes, hirers must inform our staff (01727 838151), if they wish to retain a vehicle beyond the agreed time or date of return. Failure to do so may result in the hirer driving without insurance.