FAQ's

FAQ's

Here are some of our most frequently asked questions about your van hire:

WHAT AGE DO I HAVE TO BE TO HIRE A VAN FROM YOU?

We can hire to anyone aged between 23 and 75 providing you have held a full UK car driving license for a minimum of 2 years.

IS IT CHEAPER TO HIRE A VAN FOR LONGER?

Yes, the longer you hire for the cheaper your daily rate will be – contact us for an exact quote

CAN I BOOK FOR JUST ONE DAY AT THE WEEKEND?

Yes, we can arrange for you to pick up a van on Saturday.

We also offer Sunday morning pick up for a small surcharge (Sunday collections are strictly 9AM – 9:30AM only).

I'VE GOT POINTS ON MY LICENSE, CAN I STILL HIRE A VAN?

Yes, we can cater to most people, but advise first as the insurers may add a small surcharge in some instances.

DO THE VANS HAVE SATNAV?

Some vans do. Alternatively, a Tom Tom can be supplied for a small surcharge.

DOES THE INSURANCE CARRY ANY EXCESS?

Yes, it follows insurance regulations & pricing.

CAN I BUY CDW TO REDUCE THE EXCESS?

Yes – We can offer CDW to reduce the excess.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WHEN I COME TO PICK UP MY VAN?

Drivers license, 1 form of ID showing name & address (eg utility bill or bank statement) and your National Insurance number. For European trips you will also need to bring your passport.

WHAT TYPES OF PAYMENT DO YOU TAKE?

We accept the following forms of payment:

Debit card, Credit card and Bank Transfer.

Please Note: Diners Club or Amex are only accepted on prior agreement.

Questions regarding continental hire:

WHERE CAN I TAKE YOUR VANS?

Anywhere within the EU and Scandinavia.

WHAT'S THE BEST VAN TO TAKE ON THE FERRY?

Our long wheelbase (lwb) vans are high-cube, low-floor vans and are the maximum size permissible on most cross-channel ferries before hitting freight tariff rates, so you are still charged at the lower rate.

Smaller vans can also go abroad but won’t have carry capacity.

DO I HAVE TO PAY MORE FOR INSURANCE OR BREAKDOWN COVER IN EUROPE?

We will provide you with a tailored quote which will be dependant on the date, route, drivers, etc.

DOES YOUR SATNAV COVER EUROPE?

Our TomTom covers Western Europe including all the following countries: AD, AT, BE, CH, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GI, HR, HU, IE, IT, LI, LT, LU, LV, MC, NL, NO, PL, PT, SE, SI, SK, SM, UK, VA.

Breakdown Questions:

WHAT HAPPENS IF THE VAN BREAKS DOWN?

We have agreements with major organisations throughout the UK & Europe, on standby to meet your needs. We’ll give you a dedicated number to ring if you are unfortunate enough to require these services.

IS THERE ANY EXTRA CHARGE FOR BREAKDOWN COVER?

UK mainland is included in your quote. Outside UK is a variable extra.

Pick-up & Returning Vans​

WHAT IS 24HR DROP OFF?

You will be given secure 24/7 access to our yard, enabling you to return the van in your own time within the given hire period.

HOW CAN I FIND YOU?

Please follow the directions on the homepage which can be found here or if using a sat-nav use HD9 7TT with entrance on Bedding Edge Road.

CAN I LEAVE MY CAR WITH YOU?

Cars can be left by pre-arrangement for a small fee. Although, we believe our yard to be safe, please note all cars are left at owner’s own risk.

Other Questions

WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY COURTEOUS SERVICE?!

You be nice to us, we will be nice to you.

DO YOU HAVE ANY VEHICLES WITH TOWBARS?

Several of our vans have towbars. Please advise in good time if this is necessary.

Still have questions?

Email: enquiries@phoenixvanhire.co.uk

Or call: 01484 681888

Phoenix Van Hire – Van Hire & Self Drive Huddersfield