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What is ULEZ: A business guide for your fleet
Concerned about ULEZ and its impact on your HGV fleet? We explain everything you need to know about ULEZ and how to keep your business compliant.
About Enterprise Flex-E-Rent
Enterprise Flex-E-Rent’s decades of experience puts you in expert hands. We're not just a vehicle hire firm - we’re your business partner.
At Flex-E-Rent, our expertise gives you the certainty, continuity and financial stability your business needs regarding fleet management.
Run your business with peace of mind, with reassurances that experts in the field cater to your fleet requirements.
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Built on the principles of personal honesty and integrity
Founded in 1957, Enterprise was built on the principles of personal honesty and integrity.
By honouring the values and staying true to the enduring business philosophy of its founder Jack Taylor, Enterprise has established itself as one of the world's largest transportation solutions providers.
Enterprise Flex-E-Rent is the flexible commercial vehicle rental division of Enterprise in the UK and Ireland.
We offer a breadth of vehicles and services for commercial vehicle hire customers, with our flexible approach giving you the freedom to increase or decrease your fleet according to your needs.
Enterprise Flex-E-Rent is continuously expanding. Having acquired Burnt Tree Vehicle Rental in 2014, SHB Hire was formally integrated into the business in April 2020. In 2021, Walker Vehicle Rentals in Ireland joined Enterprise Flex-E-Rent to create the UK and Ireland’s largest and most diverse commercial vehicle rental business.
With the UK’s widest range of vehicles for rental or contract hire, customers have even greater choice, flexibility and access to state-of-the-art fleet management services, in 32 locations across the UK and Ireland.
For further information on our acquisition of SHB, click here.
Why Enterprise Flex-E-Rent
At Flex-E-Rent, we offer the largest selection of ULEZ, Euro 6 compliant vehicles available for rent in the UK, ensuring we can fully meet your specific requirements.
Our commitment to dedicated customer service, coupled with state-of-the-art diagnostic and workshop equipment, ensures exemplary on-the-road performance, solidifying our reputation as the premier vehicle provider for companies across the nation.
We invest over £1 million annually in diagnostic tools and workshop equipment and offer up to 4,000 hours of bespoke technician training every month to equip our experts with the skills to deliver an elite service.
Our team is certified to manage warranty repairs for a variety of commercial vehicles, including those from Ford and Mercedes.
With skilled technicians stationed at our nationwide depots and a continuous focus on research and development, you’re in the capable hands of a forward-thinking, proactive company committed to delivering excellence and expanding our capabilities in the growing electric vehicle market.
Unrivalled choice
We have a growing fleet of vehicles of all categories and classes. Choose from car and van hire, tippers and tractor units, accessible vehicles, minibuses, electric vans, and many more besides.
Highest quality standards
When you work with us, you’ll be investing in exceptional quality services and standards. Enterprise Flex-E-Rent operates the best maintained commercial vehicle hire fleet in the UK, providing all customers with incredible performance on the road.
Customised for your needs
From implementing vehicle tracking technology to adding specialist vehicle modifications and livery, we’re here to provide bespoke services built around you.
Flexible vehicle hire terms
Whether you need flexible hire, long-term hire or short term hire, we can help you tackle changing business demands and budgets.
All-inclusive fleet services
Servicing and maintenance are included and we even have mobile engineers who can come direct to you. We also offer full breakdown cover which is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Benefit from expert support
Our employees can offer specialist advice, ensure your fleet complies with regulations, and free up your time and capital. What's more, as part of a global group that operates 2 million vehicles worldwide, we can leverage our purchasing power for the benefit of our customers
Our Complete Clean Pledge
Our Complete Clean Pledge, introduced amid the COVID-19 pandemic, highlights our commitment to keeping your vehicles clean and your employees safe.
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Key resources
At Enterprise Flex-E-Rent, we’re dedicated to bringing you the support you need, when you need it, whether you’re a new or long-standing customer.
We're more than just a rental company and strive to be your complete mobility solution. Download our complete Enterprise Flex-E-Rent brochure to find out everything you need to know about our organisation, our story, and our services.
Plus, learn how to get the help you deserve with our service, maintenance, and support brochure.
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1957
Enterprise’s beginnings
It started with founder Jack Taylor’s ‘hunch’ that customers would take to the fresh concept of leasing their cars. Executive Leasing was born with a fleet of seven vehicles inside of a St Louis car dealership.
1969
The Enterprise era begins
Jack Taylor renames Executive Leasing in honour of the USS Enterprise, the aircraft carrier he served on during World War II
1983
Burnt Tree Vehicle Rental founded
With just seven vehicles for hire, founders Keith Ashworth and Bill Thomas open their first depot in Birmingham
1993
Global expansion begins
Enterprise opens an office in Canada and locations in the United Kingdom and Germany follow shortly after. Now, Enterprise has branches in 70 countries around the world.
2005
Accessible Vehicle Launch
Burnt Tree expands its vehicle range with a comprehensive range of accessible hire vehicles.
2007
50th anniversary: a noteworthy year
Enterprise celebrates its 50th anniversary. Later that year, Alamo Rent A Car and National Car Rental become a part of our portfolio of brands. Two years later, we adopt the name Enterprise Holdings.
2009
Enterprise Flex-E-Rent launches
Enterprise enters the UK commercial vehicle hire market with Enterprise Flex-E-Rent, offering flexible hire terms to suit all business requirements.
2013
‘Refrigerental’ Temperature Controlled Vehicles Launch
Burnt Tree expands its vehicle range with a comprehensive range of brand-new, state-of-the-art temperature controlled hire vehicles, covering both single and multi-temperature applications.
2014
Enterprise Flex-E-Rent acquires Burnt Tree Vehicle Hire
Enterprise increases its commercial vehicle division by acquiring Burnt Tree’s diverse 17,000 vehicle fleet, as well as its network of 20 depots and 400 employees. The same year, it invests £20m into new vehicles for Burnt Tree’s award-winning temperature-controlled division.
2019
Enterprise Flex-E-Rent acquires SHB Hire
Enterprise Flex-E-Rent increases its commercial vehicle range by acquiring SHB Hires vehicle fleet. The start of a new chapter in commercial vehicle rental
2021
Enterprise Flex-E-Rent acquires Walker Vehicle Rentals
In December 2021, Enterprise Holdings, through its subsidiary Enterprise Flex-E-Rent, completed the acquisition of Walker Vehicle Rentals. This significantly expanded its commercial vehicle fleet in Ireland to over 1,900 vehicles. As part of the integration, Walker's depots were rebranded under the Enterprise Flex-E-Rent name, improving our capability to deliver comprehensive vehicle rental services across Ireland.
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Head office
Flex-E-Rent House,
Knights Way,
Battlefield Enterprise Park,
Shrewsbury,
Shropshire
SY1 3AB