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Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Hire

PurpleSquare Hire offers electric and hybrid replacement vehicles as part of our commitment to sustainable transport solutions. Whether the requirement is credit hire, direct hire, or fleet replacement, we have EV and hybrid options available.

Who this is for

EV and hybrid hire is for drivers and businesses that have already made the switch and don’t want to be dropped back into a petrol vehicle after a crash. That includes private EV owners, taxi drivers on plate conditions that require ULEV, and fleet operators with sustainability targets they need to keep evidence of - not just intent.

EV and hybrid options

We hold a growing fleet of fully electric and hybrid vehicles - saloons, SUVs, and selected commercial models - to match the way modern drivers and fleets actually operate. If your own vehicle is electric, we’ll replace it with electric. Like-for-like means the powertrain too.

Why this matters

  • You don’t want to switch back to petrol after a crash.
  • Fleet operators with sustainability targets need consistent EV provision.
  • Insurers increasingly need EV replacement options to meet policyholder expectations.
  • Plate conditions in some licensing authorities require ULEV or fully electric vehicles for taxi work.

How it works

  1. Call us on 01606 662300 and tell us your vehicle, your typical mileage, and whether you have home charging.
  2. We match the replacement to the role - EV, plug-in hybrid, or self-charging hybrid - and confirm availability.
  3. We deliver and brief you at handover on charging, connectors, and any quirks of the vehicle.
  4. At end of hire we collect; if you need a longer run, just say.

Charging logistics and support

We brief every driver on charging - connectors, public networks, and any home-charging considerations - before they drive away. If something doesn’t feel right with the car or the charging setup, your handler is one call away. We’ll switch the vehicle if the match isn’t working for your daily routine.

For fleet and insurer partners

EV/hybrid is available across credit hire, direct hire, and fleet hire. Fleet operators can specify EV-only or hybrid-preferred provision; insurers running ULEV intervention programmes can route those instructions to us directly.

Frequently asked questions

Do you offer fully electric replacement vehicles?

Yes. We hold a growing fleet of fully electric vehicles available for credit hire, direct hire, and fleet replacement nationwide.

What about hybrids?

Yes - both self-charging and plug-in hybrids are available, with selection depending on your usage profile.

Will I be shown how to charge?

Yes. We brief every driver on connectors, public networks, and any home-charging considerations before handover.

Can I request EV as part of credit hire?

Yes. If your vehicle is electric, we will replace it like-for-like. If you prefer to switch to electric for the hire period, just ask.

Do you provide EVs for fleet operators?

Yes. Fleet operators with sustainability commitments can specify EV-only or hybrid-preferred replacement under our fleet programmes.

What if the EV isn’t working for my daily mileage?

Call your handler - we’ll switch you onto a different vehicle if the match isn’t right. The hire should make your life easier, not harder.

Do you supply EV taxis?

Yes, where plate conditions and licensing authority approvals allow - tell us your authority and we’ll confirm options.

Available across the UK

Same-day or next-working-day delivery from a nationwide fleet. Popular delivery areas include:

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