When Grant Wilson was made redundant from his accountancy job with the Scottish Co-op in the recession of the early 1990s, the future looked uncertain. However Grant decided that being his own boss was the way forward, helping him meet his family commitments, as a single parent. And, as he wryly observes: “It’s impossible to […]
Shift in UK shopping habits brings a permanent boost to Driver Hire
After a challenging few months for the UK economy, official figures show positive trends in sectors that Driver Hire supports.
National Sales Day brings fun and new business wins
Covid measures meant the latest Sales Day was a little different but still very effective!
Gary celebrates 25 years as a Driver Hire franchisee
In September 1995, the Britpop battle between Blur and Oasis was at its peak (“Country House” vs “Roll With It”), John Major was our Prime Minister and Colin Firth was getting ready to dive into the lake in that scene in “Pride and Prejudice.” Meanwhile, Gary Stuttard was opening the doors of his new business, Driver […]
Four months on: Making it happen – new franchisees at Driver Hire Bristol
In March, Terry and Sophie Hughes took over at Driver Hire Bristol. Every new business venture is unique, but it’s fair to say that Terry and Sophie have experienced a rather ‘different’ start to most new Driver Hire franchisees. 2020 has been a challenge for everyone, of course. But when Terry and Sophie took over […]
From his father’s apprentice to fully-fledged Franchisee: New owner of Milton Keynes
Oliver Maxwell has enjoyed working at Driver Hire so much that he has now followed in his father’s footsteps and taken over the Driver Hire Milton Keynes business. Starting out as an apprentice at just 17, Oliver began working for his father, Grant Maxwell, the Franchisee at Driver Hire High Wycombe & Aylesbury. Having gained […]
When the going gets tough, franchising works
On 27 June 2019, Driver Hire was crowned ‘Franchisor of the Year’ at the bfa Awards, but of course, 2020 is proving to be a year like no other. We all expected the ongoing story of Brexit and how Britain will settle into its new relationship with Europe and the rest of the world to be […]
Driver Hire, a strong advocate for volunteering & community support
It’s Volunteers’ Week this week, which runs from 1 June – 7 June 2020. It provides the chance to celebrate and say thank you for the contribution millions of volunteers make across the UK. Award winning franchisor, Driver Hire – the specialist transport & logistics recruitment company – is a strong supporter of volunteering projects, […]
Driver Hire Oxford celebrates 25 years in business
Lorraine Thompson, owner of Driver Hire Oxford, is celebrating 25 years in business. Lorraine started her Driver Hire recruitment business in 1995. Over the past quarter of a century the business has gone from strength to strength, expanding its services to include hospitality and is regularly one of Driver Hire’s top performing offices. As part […]
