Vehicle hire

Spring is here and warmer weather is around the corner, but for many people in the UK this signals hay fever season. Pollen allergies can be a right nuisance and if you are a driver, some roadside plants can actually be the cause of your symptoms. In this article, we not only share our driving tips for hay fever sufferers, but also explain if you can drive while taking allergy medication, as well as the plants that cause the most problems. Read on to find out more…   What is h...

Searching for car or van hire shouldn’t be a stressful task, so thanks to us here at Rent Direct, it isn’t! Specialising in hire cars, vans and MPVs, we offer short term and long term rental agreements to suit your needs and also provide corporate contracts too.  Proudly serving customers across East Anglia for over 20 years, you won’t find us on price comparison websites because at Rent Direct you’re doing just that - renting, direct! Unlike many of the national ve...

Have you ever considered renting a car or van on a long term basis? If you’re in between vehicles and need transport to and from work, then long term hire of a car or van could prove the perfect solution for you.  In this article dedicated to the topic of long term vehicle hire, here at Rent Direct, we ask the questions you want answers to; Can you hire a car or van for 3 months? Can you hire a car or van for 6 months? How long can you rent a vehicle for? Read on to find out more&hel...

When it comes to hiring a car, you’ll want to make sure you rent the right vehicle for you. To help, car rental companies like ourselves code vehicles in a manner that allows you to understand which category it falls into.  Here at Rent Direct, you are doing just that - renting, direct - which means there are no middlemen involved! As such, we have our own set of car category codes and in this dedicated article all about car hire classes, we explain what these are so you can choose a...

If you’re renting a car, you’ll want to understand more when it comes to important factors such as excess insurance and how it works.  In this article all about car hire excess insurance, here at Rent Direct, we explain if you have to pay insurance excess when renting a car, why you need car hire excess insurance, and the benefits to you as the hiring party. Read on to find out more…  Car hire excess insurance explained Designed to protect drivers of rental vehicl...

No matter what your reasons for renting a vehicle, you’ll want to ensure the process goes as smoothly as possible. Whether you require a hire car for a holiday adventure, or a van to help move house, then our helpful vehicle hire checklist will ensure a hassle-free hire process…   Pre-hire pointers Before you book a hire vehicle, the first thing you should do is determine exactly what type of car, van or MPV you need to do the job. Here at Rent Direct, we offer a wide se...

With the cost of holidaying abroad rising, it’s no wonder many Brits are opting for a summer staycation instead.  Why not make memories together and explore the spectacular sights across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland - you’ll be surprised at what our beautiful country has to offer! If you’re planning a holiday with friends or family, then a road trip could be just the break you’re looking for. Here at Rent Direct, we reveal the most memorable drivin...

If you’re planning on hiring a vehicle in the UK, you’ll want to understand what the rules are when it comes to eligibility. Is there a minimum age to hire a van? Do you need to show your driving licence to hire a car?  Whether you’re looking to hire a vehicle for a short term or long term period, here at Rent Direct, we answer all these questions and more…  How old do you need to be to hire a vehicle in the UK? The minimum age to hire a car or van in the UK...