Government Pledges £106M to Boost Electric Vehicles
It was announced this week that Prime Minister Theresa May has vowed to invest more than £100m to develop zero-emission vehicles in the UK.
Anyone that doubts that electric vehicles aren’t or won’t be the future of motoring will be hard ...Read More...
New 68 Registration Plates
New Registration Plates come out twice a year, firstly in March and then in September. March saw the arrival of the 18 plate, and this week sees the launch of the 68 plate.
Right now there are so many great offers on new cars with so many bei ...Read More...
Record Electric Car Take-Up
Whether you’re in to your electric vehicles or you’re not, it’s not difficult to see that the future of motoring belongs to electric.
Results appear to show that more and more consumers are in the same mindset, with a record number of e ...Read More...
High Mileage Lease Cars
If you weren’t already aware, short term leasing offers many great benefits such as;
A brand new or nearly new car
Great range of makes and models available
Cars that aren’t just standard spec
Change your car as often as every ...Read More...
BMW 530e Plug-in Hybrid
If you’ve been on the fence about plug-in hybrids up until now, then you’re highly likely to be all for them after learning about the BMW 530e.
So the BMW 530e M Sport iPerformance Saloon, to give it its full name, is a petrol-electric pl ...Read More...
Large Fuel Rise Seen in April
One of the biggest fuel rises in 16 months was seen in April 2018 according to research by the RAC.
Fuel has not been as expensive as it is now since December 2016 and this is mainly due to a 12% surge in the price of oil. The average price o ...Read More...
It’s All About The BMW
We get an enormous amount of requests from both potential and existing customers for BMW’s and that trend looks set to continue with our new larger fleet available.
The 3 Series fly off the shelves here at Short Term Leasing along ...Read More...
Short Term Car and Van Leasing
Whether you’re a regular when it comes to short-term car leasing or whether you’ve never had a short-term car lease before, here at Short Term Leasing, we’re here to make your journey as smooth as possible.
When it comes to a short-term ...Read More...
Porsche Cayenne Diesel Platinum Edition
Whether it’s all the snow of late or you’re in the market for a new great offer SUV then look no further than the fantastic offer we have available on the Porsche Cayenne!
We have this fantastic looking car available in 3 different colour ...Read More...
More Diesel Decline
The push to go ‘green’ along with the emissions scandal of recent years, the effects are being seen in a decline of both the amount of diesel cars that are being purchased as well as being produced by the manufacturers.
Recent announcemen ...Read More...
We Can Now Provide You With Insurance
Not only do we offer great short-term leasing deals we can now provide you with the insurance too!
With Insurance at only £2.25 per day and an excess of just £250 you’ll be all set for hitting the road in a brand new or nearly new vehicle ...Read More...
Know Your Electric Vehicles
If you think electric vehicles are all the same, then you’ve got some catching up to do!
There are a few different types of electric vehicle, all with small differences, here with give you a quick overview, you can thank us later.
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Top 10 Short Term Lease Cars of 2017
2017 was a busy time for Short Term Leasing and so we’ve decided to round up the top 10 cars that we delivered throughout last year.
Number 10: BMW 420D Gran Coupe
This car was the tenth most popular car that we delivered last ...Read More...
High Monthly Mileage Lease Cars Available
If you’re looking for a flexible lease vehicle that has a higher monthly mileage allowance, then look no further! With up to a whopping 2,800 miles a month you’ll be safe in the knowledge that you won’t be hit with excess mileage charges at the end ...Read More...
Next Day Delivery of 4×4 on Short Term Lease
Waiting for delivery of your new, or nearly new, vehicle can be a bit of a drag, especially in the winter months. But fear not, here at Short Term Leasing you won’t have to countdown the days as we can provide next day delivery on a range of fantastic 4 ...Read More...
The Great Range Rover
If you’re in the market for a 4x4 or an SUV then there are plenty to choose from, but if you want maximum bang for your buck then look no further than Land Rover.
Here are Short Term Leasing, we have a wide range of Land Rovers available on ...Read More...
Lamp Posts to become Electric Charging Points
The future certainly appears to be looking bright for the electric vehicle market when it comes to consumers being able to charge their motors.
With more than 14,000 chargers available at present, and superchargers being offered by the likes ...Read More...
Shell Opens First Electric Charging Points
You may remember last year that we told you about Shell’s plan to open electric charging points at may fuel stations across the country.
The Shell electric vehicle charging points have now been unveiled at filling stations in Derby, London ...Read More...
5008: The Perfect Family SUV
In the market for a seven-seater? Then Peugeot may have the answer!
The brand-new SUV from the French manufacturer is sure to tick a lot of boxes for families looking for a new, stylish and modern take on a family car.
Perfect fo ...Read More...
Introduction of New Insurance Category Write-Offs
It has been announced that from the beginning of October there will be four new categories of Insurance write-offs.
These four new categories will actually be replacing the old A, B, C and D classed and modernising the codes in order to provi ...Read More...
Forty Year Old Cars Exempt from MOT
It has been announced that from next year, cars that are aged 40 years old or older will be exempt from the roadworthiness MOT.
Cars that were built and registered before 1978 will no longer be required to have a MOT certificate, according to ...Read More...
New 67 Plates
Thursday last week saw the launch of the 67 Plate! Can you believe it’s that time already?!
We love the arrival of the new plates and all the excitement that goes with it, have you spotted any on the road yet? No? The why not be the one dri ...Read More...
Why Short Term Leasing is Good For Your Business
When it comes to providing company vehicles for employees, it can be difficult to know the best option for both the staff and the business. Well, why not consider a Short Term Lease?
So, what are the benefits?
Ideal for if you ...Read More...
Shell to Introduce More Electric Vehicle Chargers
Great news for those with hybrid or electric vehicles! Not only have Tesla promised more Super Chargers up and down the country this year, Shell have recently made announcements that they too will increase the number of charging points on offer.
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Looking for a Mini Lease
In the market for a new car but can’t make your mind up what you want? Not sure if you’ll be happy with a particular vehicle and would like to try before you buy? Fancy trying out a few different cars before you finally purchase? Well, a Mini lease co ...Read More...
Audi R8 Spyders Delivered!
Audi R8 Spyders Delivered!
From phone call to delivery, the whole process took no more than 3 weeks. That's how quickly we can move on an enquiry, especially if its from an existing client with a credit line in place.
The Audi R8's are an expensive ca ...Read More...
The Queen Delivers the Need for Electric Charging Points
During the Queen’s Speech last week, it was announced that the Queen would be passing a Bill for Electric Vehicles.
In this exciting step towards a greener future, the Bill outlined that it will be mandatory to offer charging points at all ...Read More...
Benefits of Flexible Car Leasing
If you’re thinking about Car Leasing, then it is natural to want to weigh up the pros and the cons therefore, we have put together a quick guide to the benefits of flexible car leasing.
Firstly, there’s a giveaway in the title; It’s fle ...Read More...
New Vauxhall Insignia Grand Sport
With 80% of all company cars being a Vauxhall Insignia, you would be right to think that you’re in for comfort, reliability and cost efficient.
The new model however, takes the Insignia to a new level in the style stakes, so much so they’ ...Read More...
Hybrid Cars on Short-Term Lease
If you’ve been undecided on whether or not to take the plunge and go for a hybrid, or even a fully electric car, then Short Term Leasing may just have the answer for you!
We understand that buying any new car can be a risk, will it be relia ...Read More...
Audi A3 Sportback
WhatCar? Magazine have just named the Audi A3 Sportback, Family Car of the Year 2017! So, if you’re in the market for a family car need we say more? Well, probably not but then we’re good like that so here’s the lowdown…
The Audi A3 S ...Read More...
BMW i3
If you’re image and environmentally conscious but at the same time you need a practical vehicle, then look no further that the multiple award-winning BMW i3.
Originally introduced on roads in 2014, the i3 from BMW’s ‘Project i’ range, ...Read More...
Road Tax Drives Costs Up
We’re sure that most of you will have heard by now that the cost of Vehicle Excise Duty, or Road Tax being the term most are familiar with, has risen for most vehicles on the road. The only exemption is if the car is completely electric so even hybrid v ...Read More...
Tips on Taking Your Lease Car Abroad
If you’re considering a trip abroad with your lease car, then there might be a few things you’d like to give some thought to.
Firstly, you’d need to ensure that you comply with the rules and regulations of the country that you are plann ...Read More...
Geneva Motor Show 2017
It’s that time of year again when car enthusiasts flock to Geneva for the annual motor show and this year it kicked off on Tuesday 7th March.
With an exciting line up including the new Honda Civic Type R with a reported top speed of 170mph, ...Read More...
Golf GTD Offers
When it comes to the Golf GTD, what’s not to love?
With this diesel version of the Golf GTI you can’t go far wrong and we’ve got some great deals currently available that’ll make this Golf all the more desirable. Not familiar with the ...Read More...
South Korea to Invest in Electric Cars
Last year in South Korea doubled the number of electric vehicles year on year to nearly 6000, and officials expect that figure to more than double again to 14000 this year.
By 2020, the government wants 250,000 electric vehicles on the road a ...Read More...
Cars for the Snow!
With snow forecast to fall over the UK this weekend, then our attention is easily turned to those cars that are perfectly cut out for the snow!
There are many cars that get the nod of approval from us but if you’re looking that a vehicle th ...Read More...
Short Term Leasing Top 10 Cars 2016
As we reach the end of 2016, we thought we’d take a look back at the Top 10 vehicles that have been most popular this year at Short Term Leasing.
VW Golf GTD
By far the most popular of our rentals, the VW Golf GTD is a firm f ...Read More...
We’re now on Whatsapp
Here at Short Term Car Leasing we love the latest technology and communication tools! So, its about time we offered our customers the chance to communicate with the team via Whatsapp.
All you need to do is add 07527 820820 to your phonebook a ...Read More...
Electric Car Push Creates New Jobs
With so much in the news about climate change and with fossil fuel resources running lower with each passing year the push of electric cars is becoming ever more apparent.
Never more so than with Jaguar Land Rover’s announcement this month ...Read More...
Maintenance Included
Here at Short Term Leasing, we know how important it is to you to ensure that you’re getting the best deal with your vehicle as well as having the option of how you take the deal.
We are pleased to announce that Optional Maintenance is now ...Read More...
Truly Unlimited Mileage Vans
Every so often you hear about a deal that you think is too good to be true and so very often it turns out to be the case, but not with Short Term Leasing’s new Unlimited Mileage Vans!
Short Term Leasing are driving forward (see what we did ...Read More...
What is Apple Car Play and who supports the system?
What is Apple Car Play and who supports the system?
Apple launched Car Play a while back now, but manufacturers have been quite slow to adopt the intergration with their In Car Entertainment systems.
Car Play gives you direct access to your phone on t ...Read More...
The New Short Term Leasing Contract
If you haven’t already heard, our Short Term Contracts are changing!
In light of carrying out customer feedback (yep, we listen to you folks!) as well as changes in the way that our vehicle suppliers charge, we have decided to revise all of ...Read More...
Types of Speed Cameras on the UK Road Network
Types of Speed Cameras on the UK Road Network
There are at least 13 types of speed/safety cameras on the United Kingdom Road Networks, from Average Speed Cameras to Variable Speed Check Cameras. It's difficult to avoid a road these days with a speed came ...Read More...
August Delivery: Peugeot Partner – 12 Month Contract
Peugeot Partner Panel Van
L1 850 1.6 BlueHDI Professional 100ps
***12 Month Fixed Contract!***
***Limited Offer***
Specification Includes:
Bluetooth System
Side Loading Door
Air Conditioning
Electric Windows
Remote Central Locking
Short Term F ...Read More...
Limited Offer: Vauxhall Corsa Sri 5dr
Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback
1.4 SRi A/C 5dr Manual
***9 Month Fixed Contract!***
***Limited Offer***
Specification Includes:
Bluetooth System
City Assist Mode
Cruise Control with Speed Limiter
DAB Digital Radio
USB Connection
Air Conditioning
16 ...Read More...
6 Month Special: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
420d M Sport 4dr Auto / 1 Only / Estoril Blue
***6 Month Fixed Contract!***
***1 Vehicle Only***
Specification Includes:
Automatic Tailgate Opening
BMW Online Services
Cruise Control with Brake Function
Front/Rear Parking ...Read More...
Small Automatic? Look no further than a Toyota Aygo!
"Toyota's Aygo has definitely struck a refreshing blow in the beige city car stakes with a fun, fresh design" - If TopGear rave about the Toyota Aygo, it must be doing something right!
This small, city car can be put in the same bracket as th ...Read More...
Flexi Lease Special: Mini Cooper Hatchback from £379.00 + VAT
Mini Cooper Hatchback
Cooper D 3dr/5dr - Man/Auto Chili/Media
***Minimum Term 90 days to get this price!***
***Stock Vehicles Only***
Specification Includes:
Basic Bluetooth function with USB Audio
Chili/Media Pack
Push Button Starter
DAB Digita ...Read More...
Limited Number: VW Caddy Maxi Van C20 2.0 TDI Bluemotion on a 26 Week Contract
VW Caddy Maxi Panel Van
C20 2.0 TDI Bluemotion
***26 Week Short Term Contract***
***Stock Vehicles Only***
Specification Includes:
Ply Lining
Full Height Steel Bulkhead
Front Fog Lights
Air Conditioning
Thatcham Alarm
Rear Parking Sensors
Cru ...Read More...
Short Term Lease This Summer!
Have you ever sat dreaming about how it might be nice to drive the open roads, top-down, wind blowing through your hair on a balmy summers night? Well dream no more because short-term leasing may be the answer that you’ve been looking for.
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Brexit: The best Roads you can drive here without going abroad
Brexit: The best Roads you can drive here without going abroad
Now we are poised to be leaving the EU, after last nights referendum result, its time to rethink those driving holidays. Ok, so we are being a little to over dramatic but we wanted to share w ...Read More...
Mitsubishi Outlander Car Alarms can be hacked
Mitsubishi Outlander Car Alarms can be hacked
Researchers have recently discovered that the Mitsubishi Outlanders alarm can be turned off by exploiting security bugs in the vehicles on-board wifi.
This loophole could mean digitally savvy thieves can t ...Read More...
Top of the Props – Quarter 2
Top of the Props - Q2
Top of the Props is an old feature that we used to do on our blog to show the most popular cars depending on the category eg. Short Term Flexible, Short Term Fixed, etc.
So for Quarter 2 of 2016, we are pleased to announce the fo ...Read More...
Road Tax Changes and how they may effect you!
Road Tax Changes and how they may affect you!
Road Tax Changes from April 2017 after announcements by Chancellor George Osbourne in his 2015 Summer Budget speech, complaining that the current system is "not sustainable and it isn't fair" pinpointing the ...Read More...
What happens if I put the wrong fuel in my car?
What happens if I put the wrong fuel in my car?
Its a common mistake, your in a day dream and you need some fuel. You pull up at your local service station, open your fuel filler cap and pick up the first nozzle you come to and start to fill up your car. ...Read More...
Can I go on a speed awareness course?
Can I go on a speed awareness course?
If you have received a speeding ticket recently due to the increased number of speed cameras on the UK road networks, then occasionally you are given the option to attend a Speed Awareness Course.
Speeding is one ...Read More...
The New Short Term Leasing Website
The New Short Term Leasing Website
Welcome to our brand new Short Term Leasing website! We’re excited to showcase the new home of all the best short term leasing deals and bring you a website that is not only more pleasing to the eye but one that’s e ...Read More...
The Nation’s Love of Golf!
The Nation's Love of Golf!
No, we’re not talking about greens, putters and bunkers; we’re talking about 4 wheels, horsepower and a beautiful chassis.
It’s without doubt that the VW Golf is one of the nation’s most loved cars. Whether it’s a ...Read More...
Road Sign Removal
Road Sign Removal
In 2013 there were approximately 4.57 million road signs on UK roads, however last month the Government gave local councils the opportunity to remove unnecessary road signs that could be ‘distracting’ divers all over the country.
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What is Short Term Leasing?
What is Short Term Leasing?
It’s pretty simple to be honest, short-term leasing does exactly what it says on the tin! It involves leasing a vehicle for a shorter amount of time than you would traditionally would with a traditional car-leasing contract. ...Read More...
What Short Term Leasing Customers Kids Think Of Their Parents Driving
Short Term Leasing has a great selection of Ford’s on fixed short term contract hire. Across the region, we’ve happy drivers who in many cases will be transporting their children too. But what do the nation’s kids really think about their parent ...Read More...
More Millennials Leasing Cars
They say the US leads the way with many trends and perhaps short term leasing is one such market. Brand new research from Edmunds looked at US car registrations during the first 6 months of 2015 and found that of the 28.9 per cent of all new vehicles ...Read More...
Short Term Leasing Now Sells Ex Rental and Ex Fleet Cars Through New Site
We’ve a great deal of news at Short Term Leasing this month. Our short term contract hire website keeps on going from strength to strength and we’re adding more cars each month. We’ve added the all-new Golf GTE to our already broad list of short ...Read More...
The Budget and How it Affects Short Term Lease Drivers
Premium car tax. No it doesn’t sound promising does it? But on a little research it seems that the Chancellor George Osborne pledged to overhaul the UK’s car taxation system and what is actually meant by the term ‘premium car tax’ is a premium ...Read More...
DART Charge Fines Not Good For Short Term Lease Drivers
With customers all over the country, any traffic and parking offenses usually come straight through to Short Term Leasing, with us being the registered owner of most of the vehicles we send out on short term lease deals. However, something we’re see ...Read More...
Short Term Leasing Racing Ahead
Short Term Leasing continues to stay in pole position when it comes to short term contract hire across Derbyshire and the East Midlands, thanks to us striving to provide the best customer service and the broadest array of short term lease cars going.
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Flexible or Fixed Short Term Car Leasing
We’re often praising the many benefits of short term car leasing, but what are the differences of short term flexible leasing and short term fixed leasing and what are the benefits of each to you the driver?
With Flexible Short Term Leasing, the ...Read More...
Short Term Car Leasing Plans Now Monthly
If you’re in the market for a short term car leasing deal and wanted some clarity about the terms available, then you might welcome the news that we’ve changed all of the prices on our website to monthly, instead of the 28 day car leasing terms we p ...Read More...
Car Leasing Versus Buying – To Lease or Not to Lease
If you’ve overheard one of the increasing numbers of people who are turning to short term car leasing singing the praises of their car leasing deal, you probably wonder how the two options compare head to head. Well Business Car Manager, the business ...Read More...
What Is It With The Golf GTD On Short Term Leasing Deals?
Often copied, never equalled - So says VW about its classic Golf hatch, and we certainly can’t argue with that here at Short Term Leasing. The Golf GTD is actually one of our most prolific short term lease deals at the moment. Enquiries are coming in ...Read More...
Short Term Leasing Discounts to Federation of Environmental Trade Associations Members
The Federation of Environmental Trade Associations (FETA) is an organisation representing the interests of over 400 manufacturers, suppliers, installers and contractors within the heating, ventilating, building controls, refrigeration and air conditionin ...Read More...
Short Term Leasing Ideal For Start-ups
We touched on this a few weeks ago, but as we take more enquiries from new business owners and we read more about the government’s strive to encourage small businesses, we thought we’d echo the merits of small term car leasing for small business sta ...Read More...
Even Better VW Turbo Diesels Coming To Short Term Leasing
If you read our last short term car leasing blog, then you may have noticed that our most popular lease car last year was the VW Golf GTD. If you’re a fan of golf turbo diesels, and what’s not to like about them, then VW’s latest diesel engine mi ...Read More...
Hot Car Leasing Deals and Cool Short Term 4×4 Fun
Thanks to improvements in our customer service and taking on a number of new suppliers, we expanded our share of the short term leasing market throughout 2014 and receiving bags of enquiries that converted into happy customers with fantastic leasing dea ...Read More...
How to Finance Your Car as a Start-up – Short Term Car Leasing an Option
Looking at Business Car Manager this week we note an article examining a number of options to enable start-up business owners to finance their car. With more and more people starting businesses each year, adding to the already 4 million small businesse ...Read More...
Cheaper Motoring, More New Cars & Superb Car Leasing Deals
The world of motoring is certainly on the up. As a leading short term car leasing company we can certainly vouch for that as we help more and more people with car leasing deals than ever before. And the story is common across the whole of the UK, ac ...Read More...
What Cars Most Economical and Un-Economical Cars of 2014 – Lease Them All From Short Term Leasing
Offering one of the broadest arrays of short term leasing cars, we read with great interest and yet little surprise a recent article from What Car. Having tested more than 280 cars throughout 2014, What Car reveals the best and worst cars of 2014 in ter ...Read More...
Staying Safe in Your Lease Car This Winter
We’ve had a few frosty starts this year so far at Short Term Leasing, so we thought we’d reiterate how important it is to prepare for winter driving. It’s not as simple as turning the heater on in your car though! Low light, slippery roads and ...Read More...
Short Term Car Leasing and 2015 Driving License Changes
It’s been another busy week in the world of short term car easing and contract hire, and our customers often turn to us for information about all things motoring. A subject we’re often asked about is what’s happening with the new driving license ...Read More...
The New Car Tax Rules and Short Term Car Lease Deals
Whether you are taking up a short term car lease, are after a long term car rental or indeed any other sort of car lease deal, it pays to understand the new road tax changes, just to be on the safe side. Working in contract hire and leasing, ...Read More...
Special Short Term Cars In Stock
Special Short Term Cars In Stock
BMW M3, Audi R8 and the BMW M4 available from Short Term Car Leasing.
We have 3 fantastic cars on offer and for immediate delivery from Short Term Car Leasing including the BMW M4 Coupe, the BMW M3 Saloon and the amazin ...Read More...
Audi A5 Sportback on Short Term Car Lease
Audi A5 Sportback
Please see our latest Animoto video posted on our YouTube channel of the Audi A5 Sportback, this particular model is the Audi A5 Sportback 2.0 TDi 177 S Line Auto, this particular model has both leather and Satellite Navigation, this car ...Read More...
Kia Sportage on Short Term Car Lease
Kia Sportage on Short Term Car Lease
Kia Sportage on Short Term Car Lease from Short Term Leasing Limited. We offer the Kia Sportage on a fixed short term contract available on 1000, 1500 and 2000 miles per calendar month.
The Kia Sportage's tend to be b ...Read More...
Updated Terms and Conditions
We have now updated our latest Terms and Conditions for Flexible and Daily Rental Hire Agreements (TC1).
If you are an existing customer a copy of these will be coming out to you either via Email or by Post. If you haven't received a copy of these, pleas ...Read More...
BMW 3 Series Convertible Roof Operation
BMW 3 Series Convertible Roof Operation
After a numerous customer requests and a response to our 4 series convertible video, we have done a video on our BMW 3 series that we have got available in stock.
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BMW 4 Series Convertible 420d M Sport Roof Operation
BMW 4 Series Convertible 420d M Sport Roof Operation
BMW 4 Series Convertible today arrived at the Short Term Leasing office. We recently received a few requests for photos of this BMW so as well as the usual Instagram pics, we decided to post a video of ...Read More...
Top Of The Props – For Quarter 1
We haven't done our top vehicles for a while, so we have gone for a quarterly run down of whats hot in the Short Term Car Leasing office.
SHORT TERM FLEXIBLE VEHICLES
Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GTD
BMW 320d M Sport Saloon
Jaguar XF 2.2d R Sport Saloon
BMW X ...Read More...
Christmas Opening Hours 2013
CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS FOR 2013: The offices will close at 12pm on Tuesday 24th December 2013 and re-open Thursday 2nd January 2014.
We would like to wish all of our customers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
For out of hours assistance ple ...Read More...