Car, Van & Minibus Hire Guides

Hiring the right vehicle can make all the difference when planning a journey, moving home or organising group travel. Our vehicle hire guides are designed to help you understand your options and choose the right vehicle for your needs.

In this section you’ll find practical advice on car hire, van hire and minibus hire, including licensing requirements, vehicle sizes, common uses and helpful tips for first-time hirers.

Whether you’re hiring a van for a house move, organising transport for a group trip or simply want to understand which vehicle type is best for the job, our guides provide clear and useful information based on real customer questions.

Everything You Need to Know Before You Hire a Car

Hiring a car is one of the most straightforward things you can do — but if you haven’t done it before, or haven’t done it recently, a few questions tend to come up before you get to the booking stage. What licence do you need? What’s actually included in the … Read more

What Can You Actually Fit in a Hire Van? A Guide to Van Sizes

Hiring a van is the practical choice for dozens of everyday jobs — moving house, clearing the loft, picking up furniture, delivering stock, or transporting equipment. But with several different sizes available, it’s worth taking a few minutes to match the van to the job before you book. Too small … Read more

How to Organise Group Transport for a Wedding

Planning a wedding involves a hundred moving parts, and transport is one of the details that’s easy to underestimate until it causes a problem on the day. Getting guests — and the wedding party — from A to B smoothly can make a real difference to how the day flows. … Read more

Top Day Trips from Sussex by Hire Car

Sussex is brilliantly placed for a day out. Whether you fancy a stroll along the coast, a wander through a historic market town, or a proper family adventure, you’re never far from somewhere worth visiting. The only thing that can hold you back is getting there — and that’s where … Read more

What Size Van Do I Need for Moving House?

If you’re planning a DIY house move, choosing the right van size can make the difference between a smooth move and multiple frustrating trips. Hire a van that’s too small and you’ll spend the day driving back and forth. Choose one that’s unnecessarily large and it may be harder to … Read more

Your Guide to 17 Seater Minibus Hire – Everything You Need to Know

A 17 seater minibus is one of the most practical transport options for groups who want to travel together comfortably without needing multiple vehicles. Whether you’re organising a school trip, family outing, airport transfer or corporate event, hiring a minibus can make logistics far simpler and more cost-effective. This guide … Read more