Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Car & Van Hire Service in Southend-on-Sea
Steves Self Drive has been serving customers since 1982, initially specialising in commercial vehicle hire before expanding to cars in 1989. As part of the United Rental Group, we combine independent operation with access to industry best practices. Our modern fleet includes vehicles from Citroen, Ford, Kia, Mercedes, Toyota, and Volkswagen, reflecting our commitment to quality and variety. We prioritise environmental responsibility, ensuring all vehicles meet ULEZ and clean air zone standards while maintaining competitive pricing. Our premises in Southend-on-Sea house a comprehensive range of cars, vans, minibuses, and trucks tailored to diverse customer needs. With decades of experience, we guarantee air-conditioned comfort across most commercial vehicles, ensuring both driver convenience and operational efficiency.Our expertise extends to serving local areas across Essex, including Basildon, Chelmsford, Leigh on Sea, and Southend-on-Sea. We maintain transparency in operations, providing upfront information about tunnel charges and vehicle compliance. As an established business with purpose-built facilities since 2000, we combine reliability with adaptability to meet evolving customer requirements. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our extensive vehicle range, competitive pricing structure, and ongoing investment in the latest low-emission models.
Services
Car Hire
Van Hire
Minibus Hire
Luton Van Hire
Automatic Vehicle Hire
Dropside Truck Hire
Tipper Hire
Hybrid Vehicle Hire
ULEZ Compliant Vehicles
Commercial Vehicle Hire
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- Established in 1982 with extensive local knowledge across Essex
- Fully ULEZ and clean air zone compliant vehicle fleet
- Comprehensive selection including hybrid and automatic vehicles
- 24-hour air conditioning available on commercial vehicles
- Part of United Rental Group's network of 500+ quality providers
Services
Car Hire
Our car hire service offers modern vehicles from Toyota, Kia, and Volkswagen. Customers can choose from compact models to hybrid vehicles across multiple price points. Each rental includes air-conditioned vehicles meeting ULEZ compliance standards while maintaining competitive daily rates.
Van Hire
We provide comprehensive van hire solutions including Citroen, Ford, and Volkswagen models. Our range includes small vans to large Luton vehicles with tail lifts. All commercial vehicles come with air conditioning and meet current environmental regulations for urban zones.
Minibus Hire
Our minibuses accommodate 9 to 17 passengers with modern Mercedes and Ford models available. These vehicles feature air conditioning and meet all clean air zone requirements. Ideal for group transportation needs across Southeast Essex and surrounding areas.
Hybrid Vehicle Hire
We offer hybrid vehicles including Kia Sportage and Toyota Yaris models. These eco-friendly options combine petrol and electric powertrains while maintaining ULEZ compliance. All hybrid rentals include air conditioning and competitive daily hire rates.
Commercial Vehicle Hire
Our commercial vehicle fleet includes dropside trucks and tippers from leading manufacturers. These work vehicles come equipped with air conditioning and meet modern environmental standards. Available in various sizes to suit construction, delivery, and trade requirements.
Questions
What vehicles are available for hire?
We offer cars, vans, minibuses, Luton vans, dropside trucks, and tippers from brands like Toyota, Ford, and Volkswagen.
Are all vehicles ULEZ compliant?
Yes, our entire fleet meets ULEZ and clean air zone requirements.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Southend-on-Sea and surrounding Essex areas including Basildon, Chelmsford, and Leigh on Sea.
Are air-conditioned vehicles available?
All commercial vehicles include air conditioning as standard equipment.
Do you have automatic transmission options?
Yes, automatic transmission vehicles are available across most vehicle categories.
What are your business hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 8am-5pm and Saturday 8am-Midday.