Business Details
40 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Taxi Partner in Nottingham
Trent Cars has been a trusted name in the transportation industry since 1986, serving Nottingham and the East Midlands with a commitment to excellence. As a family-run business for over 40 years, we have grown from 12 to 750 vehicles while maintaining our core values of customer care and reliability. Our ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications underscore our dedication to quality and environmental responsibility. With a state-of-the-art call centre handling over 3 million calls annually, we combine advanced technology with personal service to meet diverse travel needs. Our team of 100+ trained staff and 750 CRB-checked drivers ensures prompt, professional service 24/7.We actively support local communities through sponsorships and charitable initiatives, reflecting our ethos of giving back. Our investment in eco-friendly vehicles and GPS tracking demonstrates our commitment to sustainability and efficiency. With 90% of bookings dispatched within 30 seconds and 95% of vehicles under three years old, we prioritise reliability and modernity. Our partnerships with universities and businesses highlight our adaptability to different client needs. As we continue to innovate, our focus remains on delivering safe, comfortable, and timely transportation solutions tailored to our customers' evolving requirements.
Services
Taxi hire
Airport transfers
Executive cars
Student taxis
Wedding transport
Eco-friendly vehicles
24/7 bookings
Corporate accounts
Minibus hire
App-based service
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of experience in the private hire industry
- ISO 9001 certified for quality management systems
- 24/7 service with 90% of cars arriving within 5 minutes
- Eco-friendly fleet with regular vehicle upgrades
- CRB-checked drivers and multi-lingual call centre staff
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
What people say
Prompt service
Professional drivers
Clean vehicles
Easy app
Reliable 24/7
Services
Airport transfers
Trent Cars offers comprehensive airport transfer services to all UK airports including Heathrow, Gatwick, and East Midlands. Our drivers monitor flight times to adjust arrival schedules, ensuring timely pickups even with delays. With competitive fixed pricing and meet-and-greet service included, we provide stress-free travel for business and leisure passengers. Our fleet includes standard saloons, executive vehicles, and minibuses to accommodate different group sizes.
Executive car hire
Our executive car service features Mercedes E-Class, V-Class, and S-Class vehicles with professional uniformed drivers. Ideal for business meetings, special occasions, or premium travel experiences, these vehicles include amenities like complimentary water and newspapers. Available for local or nationwide journeys, our executive service guarantees punctuality, comfort, and professional assistance with luggage and directions.
Student taxi service
Designed specifically for university students, our student taxi service offers fixed pricing, 10% lifetime discounts, and 24/7 availability. With coverage across all Nottingham campuses and accommodation areas, we ensure safe late-night travel. Our safety features include CRB-checked drivers, GPS tracking, and CCTV-equipped vehicles, with special safety marshals at city locations.
Wedding transport
Trent Cars provides premium wedding transportation with a range of executive vehicles. Our tailored packages include uniformed drivers who assist with luggage and ensure timely arrivals at ceremony and reception venues. Vehicles receive special preparation for pristine presentation, with attention to detail that complements your special day's elegance and requirements.
Eco-friendly taxis
Our environmentally conscious fleet includes low-emission vehicles like Toyota Prius hybrids (89g/km CO2) and Skoda Octavias. Through regular fleet updates and GPS optimisation for efficient routing, we reduce carbon footprint while maintaining service quality. This initiative aligns with our ISO 14001 environmental management certification and ongoing sustainability commitments.
Questions
How can I book a taxi with DG Private Hire?
Book via our app in two taps, use our online system, or call 0115 9 500 500. App users get instant fare quotes and vehicle tracking.
Do you offer fixed price journeys?
Yes, we provide fixed pricing for airport transfers and student journeys. Prices shown online include parking charges with no hidden fees.
Are your services available 24 hours?
Our taxis operate 24/7 with 90% of vehicles arriving within 5 minutes. Emergency bookings are handled through our 24-hour call centre.
What safety measures do you have?
All drivers have enhanced CRB checks, vehicles have GPS tracking, and many include CCTV. We employ safety marshals at city locations and offer text-back services.
How do you support environmental sustainability?
We maintain ISO 14001 certification with regular fleet upgrades to low-emission vehicles and GPS route optimisation to reduce fuel consumption.
Do students get special discounts?
Yes, we offer 10% lifetime discounts for students, with special pricing listed online and 1 taxi vouchers distributed at university fresher fairs.
