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Two-thirds of fleets still facing vehicle supply disruption, reports Flexed
Research from Flexed shows vehicle supply issues are significantly disrupting daily operations for 68% of fleets Supply chain issues have worsened in the last 12 months according to 59% of respondents Almost half (43%) of business reported vehicle supply delays had...
Autohorn reports 40% growth in subscription rental business Flexed
We’ve recorded a 40% year-on-year increase in demand for our vehicle subscription business, Flexed. Launched in 2015, Flexed provides flexible vehicle rental, with options starting from 28 days upwards. Serving business and personal customers nationwide, it provides...
Yorkshire’s top autumnal scenic drives
The shadows are growing longer, the days are shorter and the leaves are changing colour – all of this can only mean one thing. Autumn is here. But far from being a time to batten down the hatches, the autumn season provides the perfect backdrop with which to explore...
Autohorn launches Richard Baines Foundation with £1 million donation
Autohorn Fleet Services has announced the launch of the Richard Baines Foundation – a brand-new charitable organisation that aims to make a positive impact on local people and the community. The York-based car hire experts and fleet services provider has kicked off...
Autohorn Fleet Services celebrates 30 years of growth
This September, Autohorn celebrates its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of growth, innovation and service. Autohorn began in 1995 as a small vehicle rental office operating from a York railway station platform with nine Rovers 400s, and is now one of the...
Roads to avoid when hiring a car in the UK
Whether you live here or are visiting from abroad, hiring a car in the UK is the perfect way to see the world – and, for the most part, the roads of Britain are kind to drivers. Smooth tarmac, flowing traffic and not a pothole in sight. But some roads aren’t quite so...
Inside BYD: growth, efficiency and crab-walking cars
From battery manufacturer to EV giant in just 30 years: Scott Jenkins, Sales and Operations Director for Autohorn, shares the experiences and insights from his recent trip to China to visit the BYD headquarters. Back in April, I took an incredible trip to China thanks...
Autohorn accelerates growth with £500K investment in vehicle storage site
We’ve expanded our onsite storage to accommodate up to 2,500 vehicles, following a £500,000 investment. The extension increases our site’s capacity by 500 vehicles, with the total area now covering 10 acres. Previously waste land, the extended site has been laid with...
Five reasons why hiring an electric car is a great idea
Electric cars are all the rage. In fact, in 2023 alone, almost half a million new EVs were registered in Britain. It’s clear that people are enjoying their EVs – but did we say we love them too? We love them so much that we have a brand-new fleet of BYDs just waiting...
Autohorn receives 1,000th car hire review
At Autohorn, we’re proud to offer some of the most competitive car hire and short-term car lease offers – through our sister company, Flexed – in York and across the UK. But we don’t just care about giving you the best price. For us, securing you the best deal on car...
York Car Hire Company, Autohorn, Hits 36,000 Days of Rental
Our customers clocked up 36,000 days behind the wheel in 2024 alone. That’s equivalent to 864,000 hours, almost 52 million minutes. That’s a lot of miles on the clock, especially in our first year as an independent business. But why are so many people trusting us with...
DVLA Check Code: your questions answered
In the UK in recent years managing, viewing and sharing your driving records has become more streamlined thanks to the introduction of the DVLA check code. This unique code replaces the historical paper counterpart of your driving licence, allowing you and other...
7 benefits of small car hire
For those who don’t own or have access to a vehicle, hiring a car can be a simple and affordable way to travel. It’s a great way to take a trip, visit family or run some errands. The only question is, what hire car do you choose? From a VW Transporter to the humble...
8 most common mistakes when hiring a car and how to avoid them
At Autohorn, we understand that hiring a car can seem stressful. You’re not quite sure how it works, you’re wondering when to book your hire car, if there will be one available and if you’ll manage to get back on time to avoid late hire charges. But hiring a car...
FAQs: everything you need to know to hire a car for a day
Hiring a car for a day is one of the best ways to get from A to B. It offers a flexible and affordable way to travel for those that don’t own, or have access to a vehicle. From a day trip out to the beach to moving house, hauling some luggage across town to visiting...














