If you are looking for a fantastic car hire company in the Devon area, then look no further than Simple Car & Van Rental. With over 25 years of Rental experience, you can be sure you will receive customer service that is not to be beaten.
Hewitt Hire Ltd and Budget combine the strengths of one of the world’s largest rental brands together with an outstanding local knowledge, flexibility and great value for money, so you can be sure to be getting the best deal possible!
We have a large range of vehicles for hire including small cars, large family cars and prestige vehicles. We also cater for those wishing to hire a more commercial vehicle, with all size of vans and mini buses available. Please call us today to discuss the vast vehicle range available in more detail.
If you would like to discuss what is available in your area then please do not hesitate to get in touch. We can be contacted by either using the telephone number at the top of this page, or by using the handy form on the “Contact Us” section of the website.
Fuel sales at filling stations across the UK are still 23% below pre-lockdown levels, despite restrictions being eased, according to latest government figures
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Simple Car Hire | 20th May 2020 | Blogging
Simple Worry-Free Promise The assurance that we’ve taken countless safety measures to make the experience safe for everyone. WATCH THE VIDEO Picking up your vehicle with minimal contact We're here to fulfil your vehicle rental needs and want you to know that every one of our employees is working diligently to provide the highest levels of safety at our facilities and in our vehicles. We use counter-screens to observe social distancing protocols where possible Clear social distancing floor markings at rental desks Hand sanitisers are available Staff are provided with masks and gloves Paperless rental agreements are available at most locations We are limiting the amount of passengers on each bus View Safety Protocols Keeping our vehicles clean and safe Every vehicle is carefully cleaned before every rental We are using specific approved disinfectant Special attention is paid to: steering wheels, indicators, dashboards, hand grips, in-car entertainment controls, cup holders, centre consoles, and all door handles both inside and out View Vehicle Protocols Returning your vehicle safely and preparing it for the next renter When you leave the vehicle, please check that you have removed all your belongings, personal effects and rubbish A paper receipt will be available if required Vehicle cleaned again ready for the next rental We will send your receipt to the email address on file / provided to us when you return the car. Staff are provided with masks and gloves View Safety Protocols Keeping our employees safe Staff are provided with masks and gloves Employees are required to stay at home if they don’t feel well Employees are required to wash their hands frequently and have been trained on Health & Safety standards and on regulation guidelines, including products and processes available to ensure your safety. If you must travel during this time, or if you are planning future travel, we are here for you and want you to know that every one of our employees is working diligently to provide the highest levels of safety at our facilities and in our vehicles....
Hewitt Group | 20th March 2020 | Blogging
Since I wrote to you last Friday morning, government advice on the precautions we should take around COVID-19 has developed, and our priority remains the health and wellbeing of our friends across the network and all our colleagues and teammates. I mentioned in my note that we had contingencies in place for our operations to work remotely and we have today put these into action. Later this morning Key workers within the business will be working from home, all connected to our systems, with telephones diverted and ready for business – our Rental locations remain open and ‘ready for business’ There are significant challenges ahead, I've no doubt, but my colleagues and I remain at your service as always. We're running a full team, we are talking to manufacturers, to dealers and to our supply partners, we will keep you up to date with everything that's happening, We will make sure that once we get through the current situation, that we are ready for, what I am sure will be, a very busy time. Please checkout www.simplecarhire.co.uk or social media for further info Facebook: @simplecarhireuk Let's keep talking, stay healthy and I'll update you again soon. Warmest Regards Neal Hewitt Group MD...
Hewitt Group | 13th March 2020 | Blogging
With the news dominated by Coronavirus, I wanted to get in touch and let you know that we are vigilantly implementing enhanced protocols to ensure your safety. We are closely monitoring the guidance of the World Health Organization regarding the spread of the virus and our focus is to ensure we meet customer needs whilst doing our part to keep you and our employees safe. Here’s what we’re doing. • We’ve enhanced our already robust cleaning techniques of our vehicles after each rental. In particular, we are paying special attention to the places people touch such as steering wheels, door handles and other hard surfaces. • We are also cleaning our facilities frequently with recommended sanitizing products and encouraging all employees to be vigilant about frequent hand washing. • In addition, we are taking steps to ensure the welfare of our employees. This includes instructing employees who feel ill to stay home and consult our healthcare provider. • We will be waiving cancellation fees for any reservations at any time that need to be cancelled as a result of a government Coronavirus-related travel ban. If you have an existing booking, we look forward to seeing you and want to reassure you that we are doing everything we can to promote a safe and secure rental experience. Book with confidence For increased flexibility on all bookings, you can change or cancel, without fees, any reservations for rentals due to start before 1st May. For bookings which start after this time, there will not be any penalties for changes made up to 72 hours before the start of your rental. To make any changes, please contact our reservations team or call 0843 886 2010 During this challenging time, many people are choosing different ways to travel. If you need a rental vehicle, we are here for you. Your safety is our highest priority and we truly appreciate the trust that you place in our team and our company. Best regards, Neal Hewitt Managing Director Hewitt Group ...
Simple Car Hire | 20th May 2020 | Blogging
Simple Worry-Free Promise The assurance that we’ve taken countless safety measures to make the experience safe for everyone. WATCH THE VIDEO Picking up your vehicle with minimal contact We're here to fulfil your vehicle rental needs and want you to know that every one of our employees is working diligently to provide the highest levels of safety at our facilities and in our vehicles. We use counter-screens to observe social distancing protocols where possible Clear social distancing floor markings at rental desks Hand sanitisers are available Staff are provided with masks and gloves Paperless rental agreements are available at most locations We are limiting the amount of passengers on each bus View Safety Protocols Keeping our vehicles clean and safe Every vehicle is carefully cleaned before every rental We are using specific approved disinfectant Special attention is paid to: steering wheels, indicators, dashboards, hand grips, in-car entertainment controls, cup holders, centre consoles, and all door handles both inside and out View Vehicle Protocols Returning your vehicle safely and preparing it for the next renter When you leave the vehicle, please check that you have removed all your belongings, personal effects and rubbish A paper receipt will be available if required Vehicle cleaned again ready for the next rental We will send your receipt to the email address on file / provided to us when you return the car. Staff are provided with masks and gloves View Safety Protocols Keeping our employees safe Staff are provided with masks and gloves Employees are required to stay at home if they don’t feel well Employees are required to wash their hands frequently and have been trained on Health & Safety standards and on regulation guidelines, including products and processes available to ensure your safety. If you must travel during this time, or if you are planning future travel, we are here for you and want you to know that every one of our employees is working diligently to provide the highest levels of safety at our facilities and in our vehicles....
Hewitt Group | 20th March 2020 | Blogging
Since I wrote to you last Friday morning, government advice on the precautions we should take around COVID-19 has developed, and our priority remains the health and wellbeing of our friends across the network and all our colleagues and teammates. I mentioned in my note that we had contingencies in place for our operations to work remotely and we have today put these into action. Later this morning Key workers within the business will be working from home, all connected to our systems, with telephones diverted and ready for business – our Rental locations remain open and ‘ready for business’ There are significant challenges ahead, I've no doubt, but my colleagues and I remain at your service as always. We're running a full team, we are talking to manufacturers, to dealers and to our supply partners, we will keep you up to date with everything that's happening, We will make sure that once we get through the current situation, that we are ready for, what I am sure will be, a very busy time. Please checkout www.simplecarhire.co.uk or social media for further info Facebook: @simplecarhireuk Let's keep talking, stay healthy and I'll update you again soon. Warmest Regards Neal Hewitt Group MD...
Hewitt Group | 13th March 2020 | Blogging
With the news dominated by Coronavirus, I wanted to get in touch and let you know that we are vigilantly implementing enhanced protocols to ensure your safety. We are closely monitoring the guidance of the World Health Organization regarding the spread of the virus and our focus is to ensure we meet customer needs whilst doing our part to keep you and our employees safe. Here’s what we’re doing. • We’ve enhanced our already robust cleaning techniques of our vehicles after each rental. In particular, we are paying special attention to the places people touch such as steering wheels, door handles and other hard surfaces. • We are also cleaning our facilities frequently with recommended sanitizing products and encouraging all employees to be vigilant about frequent hand washing. • In addition, we are taking steps to ensure the welfare of our employees. This includes instructing employees who feel ill to stay home and consult our healthcare provider. • We will be waiving cancellation fees for any reservations at any time that need to be cancelled as a result of a government Coronavirus-related travel ban. If you have an existing booking, we look forward to seeing you and want to reassure you that we are doing everything we can to promote a safe and secure rental experience. Book with confidence For increased flexibility on all bookings, you can change or cancel, without fees, any reservations for rentals due to start before 1st May. For bookings which start after this time, there will not be any penalties for changes made up to 72 hours before the start of your rental. To make any changes, please contact our reservations team or call 0843 886 2010 During this challenging time, many people are choosing different ways to travel. If you need a rental vehicle, we are here for you. Your safety is our highest priority and we truly appreciate the trust that you place in our team and our company. Best regards, Neal Hewitt Managing Director Hewitt Group ...
Simple Car Hire | 20th May 2020 | Blogging
Simple Worry-Free Promise The assurance that we’ve taken countless safety measures to make the experience safe for everyone. WATCH THE VIDEO Picking up your vehicle with minimal contact We're here to fulfil your vehicle rental needs and want you to know that every one of our employees is working diligently to provide the highest levels of safety at our facilities and in our vehicles. We use counter-screens to observe social distancing protocols where possible Clear social distancing floor markings at rental desks Hand sanitisers are available Staff are provided with masks and gloves Paperless rental agreements are available at most locations We are limiting the amount of passengers on each bus View Safety Protocols Keeping our vehicles clean and safe Every vehicle is carefully cleaned before every rental We are using specific approved disinfectant Special attention is paid to: steering wheels, indicators, dashboards, hand grips, in-car entertainment controls, cup holders, centre consoles, and all door handles both inside and out View Vehicle Protocols Returning your vehicle safely and preparing it for the next renter When you leave the vehicle, please check that you have removed all your belongings, personal effects and rubbish A paper receipt will be available if required Vehicle cleaned again ready for the next rental We will send your receipt to the email address on file / provided to us when you return the car. Staff are provided with masks and gloves View Safety Protocols Keeping our employees safe Staff are provided with masks and gloves Employees are required to stay at home if they don’t feel well Employees are required to wash their hands frequently and have been trained on Health & Safety standards and on regulation guidelines, including products and processes available to ensure your safety. If you must travel during this time, or if you are planning future travel, we are here for you and want you to know that every one of our employees is working diligently to provide the highest levels of safety at our facilities and in our vehicles....
Hewitt Group | 20th March 2020 | Blogging
Last updated: 12/03/2020 Customer advice regarding the Coronavirus At this time when the news is dominated by Coronavirus, we wanted to let you know that we are vigilantly implementing enhanced protocols to ensure your safety, as well as flexibility of your rental bookings. The safety of our customers and staff is of paramount importance to us and we are closely monitoring the news, information, advice and guidance from the World Health Organisation and local authorities regarding the spread of the Coronavirus. Our focus is to ensure we meet customer needs while doing our part to keep you and our employees safe. What should I do if I have already made a booking, but it’s impacted by the Coronavirus? If you have already made a booking, but it is impacted by a quarantine measure or other travel restrictions due to the Coronavirus, this booking can be cancelled as outlined below: Cancellation fees for any Pay Later customers impacted by Coronavirus-related travel bans, will be waivered Cancellation fees for any Pre-Pay rental customers impacted by Coronavirus-related travel bans, will be waivered For any customers who have booked through a third-party broker or website, please contact them directly for further guidance should your travel be disrupted. What about bookings not directly impacted by Coronavirus restrictions? For increased flexibility on all bookings, you can change or cancel, without fees, any reservations in Europe for rentals due to start before 1st May. For bookings which start after this time, there will not be any penalties for changes made up to 72 hours before the start of your rental. To make any changes, please contact our reservations team or call 01752-227460. Is Simple taking any additional precautions to help reduce the spread of the Coronavirus? We are closely monitoring the information shared by the World Health Organization concerning advice on how to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. To help protect our staff and customers we are encouraging regular hand washing, and the use of hand sanitizer, where available. We’ve also enhanced the already robust cleaning techniques of our vehicles after each rental. In particular, we are paying special attention to the places people touch such as steering wheels, door handles and other hard surfaces. We advise all our customers to keep updated on the latest developments from the World Health Organisation and the UK’s Foreign & Commonwealth Office....
Hewitt Group | 20th March 2020 | Blogging
Since I wrote to you last Friday morning, government advice on the precautions we should take around COVID-19 has developed, and our priority remains the health and wellbeing of our friends across the network and all our colleagues and teammates. I mentioned in my note that we had contingencies in place for our operations to work remotely and we have today put these into action. Later this morning Key workers within the business will be working from home, all connected to our systems, with telephones diverted and ready for business – our Rental locations remain open and ‘ready for business’ There are significant challenges ahead, I've no doubt, but my colleagues and I remain at your service as always. We're running a full team, we are talking to manufacturers, to dealers and to our supply partners, we will keep you up to date with everything that's happening, We will make sure that once we get through the current situation, that we are ready for, what I am sure will be, a very busy time. Please checkout www.simplecarhire.co.uk or social media for further info Facebook: @simplecarhireuk Let's keep talking, stay healthy and I'll update you again soon. Warmest Regards Neal Hewitt Group MD...
Hewitt Group | 13th March 2020 | Blogging
With the news dominated by Coronavirus, I wanted to get in touch and let you know that we are vigilantly implementing enhanced protocols to ensure your safety. We are closely monitoring the guidance of the World Health Organization regarding the spread of the virus and our focus is to ensure we meet customer needs whilst doing our part to keep you and our employees safe. Here’s what we’re doing. • We’ve enhanced our already robust cleaning techniques of our vehicles after each rental. In particular, we are paying special attention to the places people touch such as steering wheels, door handles and other hard surfaces. • We are also cleaning our facilities frequently with recommended sanitizing products and encouraging all employees to be vigilant about frequent hand washing. • In addition, we are taking steps to ensure the welfare of our employees. This includes instructing employees who feel ill to stay home and consult our healthcare provider. • We will be waiving cancellation fees for any reservations at any time that need to be cancelled as a result of a government Coronavirus-related travel ban. If you have an existing booking, we look forward to seeing you and want to reassure you that we are doing everything we can to promote a safe and secure rental experience. Book with confidence For increased flexibility on all bookings, you can change or cancel, without fees, any reservations for rentals due to start before 1st May. For bookings which start after this time, there will not be any penalties for changes made up to 72 hours before the start of your rental. To make any changes, please contact our reservations team or call 0843 886 2010 During this challenging time, many people are choosing different ways to travel. If you need a rental vehicle, we are here for you. Your safety is our highest priority and we truly appreciate the trust that you place in our team and our company. Best regards, Neal Hewitt Managing Director Hewitt Group ...
Fuel sales at filling stations across the UK are still 23% below pre-lockdown levels, despite restrictions being eased, according to latest government figures
https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2020/07/13/home-office-could-be-here-to-stay-fuel-sales-suggest
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Simple Car Hire | 20th May 2020 | Blogging
Simple Worry-Free Promise The assurance that we’ve taken countless safety measures to make the experience safe for everyone. WATCH THE VIDEO Picking up your vehicle with minimal contact We're here to fulfil your vehicle rental needs and want you to know that every one of our employees is working diligently to provide the highest levels of safety at our facilities and in our vehicles. We use counter-screens to observe social distancing protocols where possible Clear social distancing floor markings at rental desks Hand sanitisers are available Staff are provided with masks and gloves Paperless rental agreements are available at most locations We are limiting the amount of passengers on each bus View Safety Protocols Keeping our vehicles clean and safe Every vehicle is carefully cleaned before every rental We are using specific approved disinfectant Special attention is paid to: steering wheels, indicators, dashboards, hand grips, in-car entertainment controls, cup holders, centre consoles, and all door handles both inside and out View Vehicle Protocols Returning your vehicle safely and preparing it for the next renter When you leave the vehicle, please check that you have removed all your belongings, personal effects and rubbish A paper receipt will be available if required Vehicle cleaned again ready for the next rental We will send your receipt to the email address on file / provided to us when you return the car. Staff are provided with masks and gloves View Safety Protocols Keeping our employees safe Staff are provided with masks and gloves Employees are required to stay at home if they don’t feel well Employees are required to wash their hands frequently and have been trained on Health & Safety standards and on regulation guidelines, including products and processes available to ensure your safety. If you must travel during this time, or if you are planning future travel, we are here for you and want you to know that every one of our employees is working diligently to provide the highest levels of safety at our facilities and in our vehicles....
Hewitt Group | 20th March 2020 | Blogging
Since I wrote to you last Friday morning, government advice on the precautions we should take around COVID-19 has developed, and our priority remains the health and wellbeing of our friends across the network and all our colleagues and teammates. I mentioned in my note that we had contingencies in place for our operations to work remotely and we have today put these into action. Later this morning Key workers within the business will be working from home, all connected to our systems, with telephones diverted and ready for business – our Rental locations remain open and ‘ready for business’ There are significant challenges ahead, I've no doubt, but my colleagues and I remain at your service as always. We're running a full team, we are talking to manufacturers, to dealers and to our supply partners, we will keep you up to date with everything that's happening, We will make sure that once we get through the current situation, that we are ready for, what I am sure will be, a very busy time. Please checkout www.simplecarhire.co.uk or social media for further info Facebook: @simplecarhireuk Let's keep talking, stay healthy and I'll update you again soon. Warmest Regards Neal Hewitt Group MD...
Hewitt Group | 13th March 2020 | Blogging
With the news dominated by Coronavirus, I wanted to get in touch and let you know that we are vigilantly implementing enhanced protocols to ensure your safety. We are closely monitoring the guidance of the World Health Organization regarding the spread of the virus and our focus is to ensure we meet customer needs whilst doing our part to keep you and our employees safe. Here’s what we’re doing. • We’ve enhanced our already robust cleaning techniques of our vehicles after each rental. In particular, we are paying special attention to the places people touch such as steering wheels, door handles and other hard surfaces. • We are also cleaning our facilities frequently with recommended sanitizing products and encouraging all employees to be vigilant about frequent hand washing. • In addition, we are taking steps to ensure the welfare of our employees. This includes instructing employees who feel ill to stay home and consult our healthcare provider. • We will be waiving cancellation fees for any reservations at any time that need to be cancelled as a result of a government Coronavirus-related travel ban. If you have an existing booking, we look forward to seeing you and want to reassure you that we are doing everything we can to promote a safe and secure rental experience. Book with confidence For increased flexibility on all bookings, you can change or cancel, without fees, any reservations for rentals due to start before 1st May. For bookings which start after this time, there will not be any penalties for changes made up to 72 hours before the start of your rental. To make any changes, please contact our reservations team or call 0843 886 2010 During this challenging time, many people are choosing different ways to travel. If you need a rental vehicle, we are here for you. Your safety is our highest priority and we truly appreciate the trust that you place in our team and our company. Best regards, Neal Hewitt Managing Director Hewitt Group ...
Simple Car Hire | 20th May 2020 | Blogging
Simple Worry-Free Promise The assurance that we’ve taken countless safety measures to make the experience safe for everyone. WATCH THE VIDEO Picking up your vehicle with minimal contact We're here to fulfil your vehicle rental needs and want you to know that every one of our employees is working diligently to provide the highest levels of safety at our facilities and in our vehicles. We use counter-screens to observe social distancing protocols where possible Clear social distancing floor markings at rental desks Hand sanitisers are available Staff are provided with masks and gloves Paperless rental agreements are available at most locations We are limiting the amount of passengers on each bus View Safety Protocols Keeping our vehicles clean and safe Every vehicle is carefully cleaned before every rental We are using specific approved disinfectant Special attention is paid to: steering wheels, indicators, dashboards, hand grips, in-car entertainment controls, cup holders, centre consoles, and all door handles both inside and out View Vehicle Protocols Returning your vehicle safely and preparing it for the next renter When you leave the vehicle, please check that you have removed all your belongings, personal effects and rubbish A paper receipt will be available if required Vehicle cleaned again ready for the next rental We will send your receipt to the email address on file / provided to us when you return the car. Staff are provided with masks and gloves View Safety Protocols Keeping our employees safe Staff are provided with masks and gloves Employees are required to stay at home if they don’t feel well Employees are required to wash their hands frequently and have been trained on Health & Safety standards and on regulation guidelines, including products and processes available to ensure your safety. If you must travel during this time, or if you are planning future travel, we are here for you and want you to know that every one of our employees is working diligently to provide the highest levels of safety at our facilities and in our vehicles....
Hewitt Group | 20th March 2020 | Blogging
Since I wrote to you last Friday morning, government advice on the precautions we should take around COVID-19 has developed, and our priority remains the health and wellbeing of our friends across the network and all our colleagues and teammates. I mentioned in my note that we had contingencies in place for our operations to work remotely and we have today put these into action. Later this morning Key workers within the business will be working from home, all connected to our systems, with telephones diverted and ready for business – our Rental locations remain open and ‘ready for business’ There are significant challenges ahead, I've no doubt, but my colleagues and I remain at your service as always. We're running a full team, we are talking to manufacturers, to dealers and to our supply partners, we will keep you up to date with everything that's happening, We will make sure that once we get through the current situation, that we are ready for, what I am sure will be, a very busy time. Please checkout www.simplecarhire.co.uk or social media for further info Facebook: @simplecarhireuk Let's keep talking, stay healthy and I'll update you again soon. Warmest Regards Neal Hewitt Group MD...
Hewitt Group | 13th March 2020 | Blogging
With the news dominated by Coronavirus, I wanted to get in touch and let you know that we are vigilantly implementing enhanced protocols to ensure your safety. We are closely monitoring the guidance of the World Health Organization regarding the spread of the virus and our focus is to ensure we meet customer needs whilst doing our part to keep you and our employees safe. Here’s what we’re doing. • We’ve enhanced our already robust cleaning techniques of our vehicles after each rental. In particular, we are paying special attention to the places people touch such as steering wheels, door handles and other hard surfaces. • We are also cleaning our facilities frequently with recommended sanitizing products and encouraging all employees to be vigilant about frequent hand washing. • In addition, we are taking steps to ensure the welfare of our employees. This includes instructing employees who feel ill to stay home and consult our healthcare provider. • We will be waiving cancellation fees for any reservations at any time that need to be cancelled as a result of a government Coronavirus-related travel ban. If you have an existing booking, we look forward to seeing you and want to reassure you that we are doing everything we can to promote a safe and secure rental experience. Book with confidence For increased flexibility on all bookings, you can change or cancel, without fees, any reservations for rentals due to start before 1st May. For bookings which start after this time, there will not be any penalties for changes made up to 72 hours before the start of your rental. To make any changes, please contact our reservations team or call 0843 886 2010 During this challenging time, many people are choosing different ways to travel. If you need a rental vehicle, we are here for you. Your safety is our highest priority and we truly appreciate the trust that you place in our team and our company. Best regards, Neal Hewitt Managing Director Hewitt Group ...
Simple Car Hire | 20th May 2020 | Blogging
Simple Worry-Free Promise The assurance that we’ve taken countless safety measures to make the experience safe for everyone. WATCH THE VIDEO Picking up your vehicle with minimal contact We're here to fulfil your vehicle rental needs and want you to know that every one of our employees is working diligently to provide the highest levels of safety at our facilities and in our vehicles. We use counter-screens to observe social distancing protocols where possible Clear social distancing floor markings at rental desks Hand sanitisers are available Staff are provided with masks and gloves Paperless rental agreements are available at most locations We are limiting the amount of passengers on each bus View Safety Protocols Keeping our vehicles clean and safe Every vehicle is carefully cleaned before every rental We are using specific approved disinfectant Special attention is paid to: steering wheels, indicators, dashboards, hand grips, in-car entertainment controls, cup holders, centre consoles, and all door handles both inside and out View Vehicle Protocols Returning your vehicle safely and preparing it for the next renter When you leave the vehicle, please check that you have removed all your belongings, personal effects and rubbish A paper receipt will be available if required Vehicle cleaned again ready for the next rental We will send your receipt to the email address on file / provided to us when you return the car. Staff are provided with masks and gloves View Safety Protocols Keeping our employees safe Staff are provided with masks and gloves Employees are required to stay at home if they don’t feel well Employees are required to wash their hands frequently and have been trained on Health & Safety standards and on regulation guidelines, including products and processes available to ensure your safety. If you must travel during this time, or if you are planning future travel, we are here for you and want you to know that every one of our employees is working diligently to provide the highest levels of safety at our facilities and in our vehicles....
Hewitt Group | 20th March 2020 | Blogging
Last updated: 12/03/2020 Customer advice regarding the Coronavirus At this time when the news is dominated by Coronavirus, we wanted to let you know that we are vigilantly implementing enhanced protocols to ensure your safety, as well as flexibility of your rental bookings. The safety of our customers and staff is of paramount importance to us and we are closely monitoring the news, information, advice and guidance from the World Health Organisation and local authorities regarding the spread of the Coronavirus. Our focus is to ensure we meet customer needs while doing our part to keep you and our employees safe. What should I do if I have already made a booking, but it’s impacted by the Coronavirus? If you have already made a booking, but it is impacted by a quarantine measure or other travel restrictions due to the Coronavirus, this booking can be cancelled as outlined below: Cancellation fees for any Pay Later customers impacted by Coronavirus-related travel bans, will be waivered Cancellation fees for any Pre-Pay rental customers impacted by Coronavirus-related travel bans, will be waivered For any customers who have booked through a third-party broker or website, please contact them directly for further guidance should your travel be disrupted. What about bookings not directly impacted by Coronavirus restrictions? For increased flexibility on all bookings, you can change or cancel, without fees, any reservations in Europe for rentals due to start before 1st May. For bookings which start after this time, there will not be any penalties for changes made up to 72 hours before the start of your rental. To make any changes, please contact our reservations team or call 01752-227460. Is Simple taking any additional precautions to help reduce the spread of the Coronavirus? We are closely monitoring the information shared by the World Health Organization concerning advice on how to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. To help protect our staff and customers we are encouraging regular hand washing, and the use of hand sanitizer, where available. We’ve also enhanced the already robust cleaning techniques of our vehicles after each rental. In particular, we are paying special attention to the places people touch such as steering wheels, door handles and other hard surfaces. We advise all our customers to keep updated on the latest developments from the World Health Organisation and the UK’s Foreign & Commonwealth Office....
Hewitt Group | 20th March 2020 | Blogging
Since I wrote to you last Friday morning, government advice on the precautions we should take around COVID-19 has developed, and our priority remains the health and wellbeing of our friends across the network and all our colleagues and teammates. I mentioned in my note that we had contingencies in place for our operations to work remotely and we have today put these into action. Later this morning Key workers within the business will be working from home, all connected to our systems, with telephones diverted and ready for business – our Rental locations remain open and ‘ready for business’ There are significant challenges ahead, I've no doubt, but my colleagues and I remain at your service as always. We're running a full team, we are talking to manufacturers, to dealers and to our supply partners, we will keep you up to date with everything that's happening, We will make sure that once we get through the current situation, that we are ready for, what I am sure will be, a very busy time. Please checkout www.simplecarhire.co.uk or social media for further info Facebook: @simplecarhireuk Let's keep talking, stay healthy and I'll update you again soon. Warmest Regards Neal Hewitt Group MD...
Hewitt Group | 13th March 2020 | Blogging
With the news dominated by Coronavirus, I wanted to get in touch and let you know that we are vigilantly implementing enhanced protocols to ensure your safety. We are closely monitoring the guidance of the World Health Organization regarding the spread of the virus and our focus is to ensure we meet customer needs whilst doing our part to keep you and our employees safe. Here’s what we’re doing. • We’ve enhanced our already robust cleaning techniques of our vehicles after each rental. In particular, we are paying special attention to the places people touch such as steering wheels, door handles and other hard surfaces. • We are also cleaning our facilities frequently with recommended sanitizing products and encouraging all employees to be vigilant about frequent hand washing. • In addition, we are taking steps to ensure the welfare of our employees. This includes instructing employees who feel ill to stay home and consult our healthcare provider. • We will be waiving cancellation fees for any reservations at any time that need to be cancelled as a result of a government Coronavirus-related travel ban. If you have an existing booking, we look forward to seeing you and want to reassure you that we are doing everything we can to promote a safe and secure rental experience. Book with confidence For increased flexibility on all bookings, you can change or cancel, without fees, any reservations for rentals due to start before 1st May. For bookings which start after this time, there will not be any penalties for changes made up to 72 hours before the start of your rental. To make any changes, please contact our reservations team or call 0843 886 2010 During this challenging time, many people are choosing different ways to travel. If you need a rental vehicle, we are here for you. Your safety is our highest priority and we truly appreciate the trust that you place in our team and our company. Best regards, Neal Hewitt Managing Director Hewitt Group ...
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