Avis Budget Group Acquires McNicoll Vehicle Hire

Edinburgh, UK – 25th September 2023: Avis Budget Group, global provider of transportation solutions, announces the acquisition of McNicoll Vehicle Hire, a specialist in the car and van rental sector operating in Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.

McNicoll Vehicle Hire is headquartered in Newbridge, just west of Edinburgh, and operates with a varied fleet comprising of vans and cars. The company is recognised for its quality of service and has built a strong reputation as a trustworthy and customer centric locally owned business. With access to a wide range of makes and models of vehicle, McNicoll offers customers an expansive range of hire choice and flexibility to suit their needs, including long-term business van hire.

The acquisition sees Avis Budget Group grow its proud footprint in Scotland, where the company has a long history of operations across several locations including the latest opening at Scotland’s busiest train station, Glasgow Central.

Avis Budget UK look forward to welcoming the McNicoll team to the Group. As experts in the local market, McNicoll staff will continue to build and maintain relationships with the Scottish customer base.

“McNicoll Vehicle Hire has built a strong reputation for delivering an exceptional level of service to their customer base and the Scottish market”, said Alan Olivier-Smith, Avis Budget Group UK General Manager.

“Investing in Scotland, broadening our vehicle rental offering, and working alongside a locally owned and well-renowned business is a core focus for us from a business and cultural perspective. As we venture into this exciting partnership, we look forward to building on the McNicoll team’s passion and expertise for short-term and long-term vehicle hire”, he added.

Speaking on the acquisition, McNicoll Managing Director, David Stewart said: “We’re really pleased to be working with Avis Budget Group who have recognised our reputation as a reputable and trustworthy Scottish brand known for providing a premium service, in the knowledge that their global esteem can help further grow our local legacy.

The values of Avis Budget Group are strongly aligned with those of McNicoll and our combined vision for the future gives our talented local staff amazing opportunities to develop their careers. By combining the strengths of the two companies, we are able to provide our loyal customer base with an even better rental experience whilst also attracting new customers across Scotland. We’re very much looking forward to a bright future.”

David Stewart, Managing Director McNicoll Vehicle Hire, left; and Alan Olivier-Smith, General Manager, Avis Budget Group U.K., right; shake hands after Avis Budget Group U.K. announces the acquisition of McNicoll Vehicle Hire. Accompanied by Matt Loveday, Avis Budget Group U.K.; and David Love, Gillian Stewart, and Jennifer Wilcox McNicoll Vehicle Hire.