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Yellohire

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Yellohire is a UK van and car hire company offering low-cost rentals from short-wheelbase Transit vans to Luton 3.5t vehicles and passenger cars.

Last updated September 29, 2026

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Overview

Yellohire is a United Kingdom-based vehicle rental company specialising in van hire and car hire. According to its official website, the company arranges rentals across a range of vehicle types, from short-wheelbase (SWB) Ford Transit vans and Luton 3.5-tonne vans to passenger cars such as the Vauxhall Zafira and Volkswagen Golf. It positions itself as a low-cost provider serving both commercial and personal travel needs, including airport trips, deliveries and relocations. The company operates through a network of depots and branches across the UK. Its website includes a locations directory, a moving guide, a blog and customer testimonials, and it offers one-way journeys with drop-off at different return locations. Yellohire states that it is a member of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA), which it describes as a guarantee of first-class service and quality treatment. Yellohire's rental terms include age-related restrictions. Drivers under 25 must pay an additional insurance charge, must have held a full driving licence for at least 24 months, and must have no convictions, bans or penalty points. In most locations, drivers under 22 are not permitted to drive hired vehicles, although the rule is relaxed for smaller vans in a few locations. The company provides telephone reservation support for customers who cannot find a suitable return location for a one-way journey. During the coronavirus pandemic, Yellohire noted that some depots and branches were subject to restrictions due to government lockdowns in certain geographical areas. The company said it remained in constant contact with branch management in affected areas to help customers navigate the situation. Yellohire is described in Wikidata as a van rental company in the UK. No parent company, founding year, founder or stock listing is specified in the available evidence.

History

Yellohire is a UK-based van and car rental company. The available evidence does not specify a founding date, founder or corporate history. Its official website presents it as a low-cost vehicle hire provider operating through a network of depots and branches across the United Kingdom. The company offers a range of vehicles, from short-wheelbase Ford Transit vans and Luton 3.5-tonne vans to passenger cars such as the Vauxhall Zafira and Volkswagen Golf, catering to both commercial and personal travel needs including airport trips, deliveries and relocations. Yellohire states that it is a member of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA), which it describes as a guarantee of first-class service and quality treatment. The company provides one-way rental options with drop-off at different return locations, supported by telephone reservation staff. Its website also features a moving guide, blog, testimonials and a locations directory. Rental terms include age restrictions: drivers under 25 pay an additional insurance charge, must have held a full driving licence for at least 24 months, and must have no convictions, bans or penalty points. In most locations, drivers under 22 are not allowed to drive hired vehicles, though this rule is relaxed for smaller vans in a few locations. During the coronavirus pandemic, Yellohire noted that some depots and branches were under restrictions due to government lockdowns in certain areas, and said it remained in constant contact with branch management in affected areas to assist customers. Wikidata describes Yellohire simply as a van rental company in the UK. No parent company, ownership structure, stock listing or executive leadership is identified in the available evidence.

Products and positioning

Low-cost van and car hire provider in the UK, serving commercial and personal travel needs, and a member of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA).

  • Short-wheelbase (SWB) Ford Transit van hire

    Rental of short-wheelbase Ford Transit vans for commercial or personal use.

  • Luton 3.5t van hire

    Rental of Luton 3.5-tonne vans, suitable for larger moves and deliveries.

  • Vauxhall Zafira car hire

    Rental of Vauxhall Zafira passenger cars.

  • Volkswagen Golf car hire

    Rental of Volkswagen Golf passenger cars.

  • One-way van and car rental

    One-way journeys with drop-off at a different return location, supported by reservations staff.

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