Self Drive Hire Insurance
Speak to a member of our team today so we can help you find a self drive hire insurance policy that ticks all your boxes.

Why choose Howden for Self Drive Hire Insurance?
As a broker which specialises in business and motor insurance, we pride ourselves on doing the heavy lifting, so you don’t have to. Thanks to the great relationships we have with our selected panel of standard and specialist insurers, we make the process of comparing various self drive hire insurance policies, on your behalf, simple and easy. What’s not to like?
Here at Howden, we also recognise that each policy needs to be as individual as its owner and their business, and that’s why we provide a personalised service, focused on getting to know you and finding out exactly what you want from your insurance coverage.
Ultimately, whether you need to make a claim, purchase a new self drive hire policy, or renew an existing one, just know that we’re here to help.
Benefits of working with Howden:
- You can trust us – we’re rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
- We’re driven to save you time, money, and hassle.
- Benefit from a tailored service that comparison sites can’t provide.
- Speak with your local branch, within your community.
- We’re right by your side in the event of a claim.
What is Self Drive Hire Insurance?
Self-drive hire insurance is a specialised type of insurance coverage designed for businesses that rent out vehicles to customers on a self-drive basis. In other words, when customers rent a vehicle and drive it themselves, they need insurance coverage that protects both the rental company and the renter in case of accidents, damages, and other unforeseen events.
So now you’re probably wondering how we can actually help you. Well thanks to work we do with our insurers, our self drive hire policies can offer your business the following:
- Cover for fleet of vehicles for both on and off hire
- Competitive premiums with payment plans available
- Claims focus and cost control management – we’ll lead the insurer on what you need
- Help and advice for your business when required
- Cover that includes European motor breakdown cover
- Simple administration procedures
- Additional covers available for complete business protection
As well as all that, our clients benefit from our personal attention and decades of experience working in the rental industry, as well as a focus on supporting clients with claims.
All you need to do to get started with us is get in touch! From there we can find out more about you and your business and begin the process of helping you find a self drive hire insurance policy that takes your fancy.
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