Business Details
37 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Van Hire Partner in Paisley
Established in 1989, we are a family-run vehicle rental business deeply rooted in Paisley. Our three-decade legacy is built on honest pricing, straightforward service, and a commitment to meeting customer needs. With a diverse fleet ranging from small vans to 7.5-tonne trucks, we cater to both private individuals and businesses across Renfrewshire and Glasgow. Our approach prioritises personal service, avoiding corporate complexity in favour of clear communication and practical solutions.We actively engage with the local community through sponsorships and competitive pricing, offering additional services like packing materials and carpet cleaners to enhance customer convenience. Our team's extensive experience ensures tailored advice, while our modern, regularly updated fleet guarantees reliability. This combination of local knowledge, flexibility, and customer-centric values has made us Paisley's preferred choice for vehicle rentals.
Services
Van Hire
Car Hire
Electric Van Hire
Minibus Hire
Truck Hire
Trolley Hire
Packing Materials
Rug Doctor Hire
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We have 35 years of experience in local vehicle rental services.
- Our family-run business prioritises personal, customer-focused service.
- We offer modern electric vans for environmentally conscious hires.
- Flexible hire terms available from 2 hours to multiple months.
- We maintain a diverse fleet including specialist vehicles like tippers.
What people say
Friendly staff
Clean and well maintained
Reasonable prices
Helpful and professional
Great selection of vehicles
Services
Van Hire
We offer comprehensive van hire solutions for both short-term projects and long-term business needs. Our fleet includes small vans, transit models, and long wheelbase vehicles available from 2-hour periods up to annual contracts. All vehicles receive regular maintenance checks to ensure reliability for moves, deliveries, and commercial operations.
Electric Van Hire
Our electric van fleet provides eco-friendly transportation options for local deliveries and urban use. These zero-emission vehicles combine modern technology with practical cargo capacity, featuring quiet operation and cost-effective running for environmentally conscious customers and businesses.
Minibus Hire
We provide minibus rentals for special events, school trips, and corporate transportation requirements. Our vehicles accommodate group sizes up to 16 passengers with regular safety inspections and comprehensive insurance coverage included for all hires.
Packing Materials
We supply essential packing materials including sturdy cardboard boxes, bubble wrap, packing tape, and tie-down straps. These items help protect belongings during transit, with pricing designed to make moves more affordable for residential and commercial customers.
Trolley Hire
Our heavy-duty sack trolleys assist with moving heavy or awkward loads during house moves and commercial deliveries. Available for daily or weekly hire, these tools reduce physical strain while improving efficiency for both private customers and tradespeople.
People
Andy Kyle
Founder
Andy established AK Vehicle Rental in 1989 and remains actively involved in daily operations. His 'no nonsense' approach to vehicle hire has shaped the company's customer-focused philosophy, while his trademark phrase 'millions of vans!' reflects the business's extensive fleet options.
Questions
What types of vehicles are available for hire?
We offer vans, cars, minibuses, trucks, tippers, and dropsides in various sizes to suit different transportation needs.
Can I hire a vehicle for just a few hours?
Yes, we provide flexible hire periods starting from 2-hour rentals up to long-term contracts.
Do you offer electric vehicle options?
We have modern electric vans available for environmentally conscious customers seeking zero-emission transportation solutions.
What additional services do you provide?
We offer packing materials, trolley hire, and Rug Doctor carpet cleaners to complement our vehicle rentals.
Are there any special requirements for business hires?
Business customers benefit from low deposits, flexible terms, included maintenance, and 24/7 breakdown cover.
