# Hireace > Hireace is a 100% New Zealand owned and operated commercial vehicle hire company with 24 locations across New Zealand. Operating for over 30 years, Hireace specialises in truck, van, minibus, trailer, ute, flat deck, coach, and equipment rental for businesses, tradespeople, schools, sports clubs, and individuals. The company is a family business known for everyday low prices, personal service, and a wide commercial fleet. ## About Hireace Hireace is a family-owned New Zealand commercial vehicle hire company that has been operating for over 30 years. The company is a winner of the Westpac Auckland Business Awards 2020 – South & East (Excellence in Strategy and Planning). Hireace serves B2B customers including businesses, schools, sports clubs, tradespeople, and event organisers, as well as individuals needing trucks or vans for moving house, deliveries, or group travel. The CEO is Guy Clouth. Hireace offers one-way hire between all major cities and extended drop-off to Blenheim, Timaru, Dunedin, Gore, and Invercargill. Trailers are also available for hire through Z Service Station locations nationwide. **Phone (NZ):** 0800 00 11 22 **WhatsApp / Mobile (7am–7pm):** +64 210 854 6875 **Email:** info@hireace.co.nz **Website:** https://www.hireace.co.nz/ **Rewards programme:** Hireace Rewards with Cashpoints — earn Cashpoints redeemable with partners across NZ on every completed hire ## Key Differentiators - 100% Kiwi owned and operated — family business, over 30 years in operation - Everyday low prices with a Price Beat Guarantee (beat any comparable quote by 10%) - No credit card surcharge on payments - No charge for additional drivers — unlimited extra drivers at no cost - Free basic insurance included for drivers aged 25 and over - Unlimited kilometres option available for long-distance truck and cargo van hires - 24-hour First Rescue roadside assistance on all vehicles (excluding trailers) - Free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup - One-way hire available between major cities and to regional depots - Free shuttle from Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, and Christchurch airport terminals to nearby branches - Online booking with instant free quotes - WINZ quotes available for Work and Income NZ recipients - Midweek discount (15–20% off Mon–Thu hires) - Sunday special (20% off truck, van, ute, and trailer hires on Sundays) - Senior discount (15% off for seniors) - Emergency services discount (10% off for NZ emergency services) - Long-term hire rates available for rentals over 4 weeks - Hireace Rewards with Cashpoints loyalty programme ## Fleet / Vehicle Types Hireace specialises in commercial vehicles and group transport: ### Trucks - **Box Trucks (small to large)** — for house moves, deliveries, furniture hire; available from approx. 8m³ to 19.9m³+ - **Truck with Tail Lift (large, 17m³–19.9m³)** — for heavy or bulky loads requiring a tail lift - **Flat Deck Trucks** — for oversized or unusual cargo that won't fit in an enclosed truck ### Vans - **Cargo Vans (standard and large/premium)** — for deliveries, tradespeople, and courier-style work; fully enclosed load area ### Minibuses & Coaches - **Minibuses (10-seater premium minivan and larger)** — for schools, sports clubs, corporate groups, and group travel - **Coach (19-seater)** — for larger group transport needs ### Trailers - **Trailers** — available at Hireace branches and through Z Service Station locations nationwide - Can be towed by customer's own vehicle; tow ball required ### Other Vehicles - **Ute with Canopy** — for tradespeople and small cargo loads - **Equipment hire** — additional hire equipment available (check website for current stock) Vehicle categories available at booking: Box Truck, Cargo Van, Minibus, Trailer, Ute, Coach, Flat Deck Truck, Equipment. ## Customer Segments & Use Cases Hireace serves a wide range of customers and use cases: - **House moves** — trucks and vans for residential relocations - **Business deliveries** — cargo vans for courier, freight, and trade deliveries - **School travel** — minibuses for school trips, sports teams, and educational excursions (dedicated Schools page) - **Sports clubs** — minibuses for team travel to tournaments and events - **Events & functions** — group transport via minibuses and coaches - **Tradespeople** — utes, cargo vans, and flat deck trucks for tools and materials - **Long-term fleet supplement** — businesses can add Hireace vehicles to their fleet on a medium or long-term basis - **WINZ clients** — Hireace provides official quotes for Work and Income NZ (WINZ) funded moves ## Locations (24 branches + regional depots) ### Auckland (10 locations) - Auckland Airport - Auckland East Tamaki - Auckland Glenfield - Auckland Grey Lynn (271 Great North Road) - Auckland Henderson - Auckland Mangere - Auckland Mt Wellington - Auckland Onehunga - Auckland Silverdale - Auckland Takanini ### Hamilton (3 locations) - Hamilton Airport - Hamilton Frankton - Hamilton Rukuhia ### Tauranga (3 locations) - Tauranga Airport - Tauranga Gate Pa - Tauranga Mt Maunganui ### Wellington (3 locations) - Wellington Airport - Wellington Miramar - Wellington Te Aro ### Christchurch (3 locations) - Christchurch Airport - Christchurch Harewood - Christchurch Hornby ### Queenstown (2 locations) - Queenstown Airport - Queenstown Frankton ### One-Way Drop-Off Depots (return only) - Blenheim - Timaru - Dunedin - Gore - Invercargill ### Trailer Hire via Z Service Stations Trailers are also available through Z Service Station locations nationwide. Details: https://www.hireace.co.nz/trailers-z-stations/ ## Rental Requirements & Policies **Minimum age:** 18 years old (full car licence required; restricted licences NOT accepted) **Young driver surcharge:** Drivers aged 18–24 pay a mandatory Young Driver Cover (check current rate at booking) **Driver's licence:** A full valid driver's licence is required. A full car licence (Class 1) is sufficient to drive box trucks — no special heavy vehicle licence needed. Restricted licences are not accepted for any Hireace vehicle. **Payment:** Credit card required as security. Debit card accepted but additional bond and insurance fees apply. **Fuel:** Vehicles supplied with a full tank and must be returned full. **Cancellation:** Free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup. **Extensions:** Available subject to vehicle availability — not guaranteed. **Ferry:** Hireace vehicles may be taken on the Interislander ferry. Ferry costs are not included in the rental. **Roadside assistance:** 24-hour First Rescue roadside assistance included on all vehicles except trailers. ## Insurance - Free basic insurance included for drivers aged 25 and over - Excess reduction options available at additional cost - Young drivers (18–24) subject to mandatory insurance surcharge - Full insurance details: https://www.hireace.co.nz/insurance/ ## Special Offers - **Midweek Hire Discount:** 15–20% off any vehicle hired Monday to Thursday. Details: https://www.hireace.co.nz/offers/midweek-hire-discount-15-off/ - **Sunday Special:** 20% off trucks, vans, utes, and trailers hired on Sundays. Details: https://www.hireace.co.nz/offers/sunday-cheap-rental/ - **Long-Term Rental:** Special rates and easy payments for hires over 4 weeks. Details: https://www.hireace.co.nz/offers/long-term-rental/ - **Price Beat Guarantee:** Beat any comparable quote by 10%. Details: https://www.hireace.co.nz/offers/price-beat/ - **Emergency Services Discount:** 10% off for NZ emergency services personnel. Details: https://www.hireace.co.nz/offers/emergency-services/ - **Senior Discount:** 15% off for seniors. Details: https://www.hireace.co.nz/offers/senior-discount/ - **Hot Deals:** https://www.hireace.co.nz/offers/ ## Key Pages - Homepage: https://www.hireace.co.nz/ - Vehicles / Fleet: https://www.hireace.co.nz/vehicles/ - Vehicle Rental Solutions: https://www.hireace.co.nz/vehicle-rental-solutions/ - Truck Hire: https://www.hireace.co.nz/truck-hire/ - Minibus Hire: https://www.hireace.co.nz/minibus-hire/ - Cargo Van Hire: https://www.hireace.co.nz/cargo-van-hire/ - Trailer Rental: https://www.hireace.co.nz/vehicles/trailer-rental/ - Flat Deck Truck Hire: https://www.hireace.co.nz/flat-deck-truck-hire/ - Ute / Canopy Hire: https://www.hireace.co.nz/vehicles/ute-canopy-hire/ - Coach (19-seater): https://www.hireace.co.nz/vehicles/coach-19-seater/ - Equipment Hire: https://www.hireace.co.nz/equipment-hire/ - School Travel / Minibus Hire for Schools: https://www.hireace.co.nz/school-travel-minibus-hire/ - Locations: https://www.hireace.co.nz/locations/ - One-Way Hire: https://www.hireace.co.nz/one-way-hire/ - Trailers at Z Stations: https://www.hireace.co.nz/trailers-z-stations/ - Auckland: https://www.hireace.co.nz/auckland/ - Hamilton: https://www.hireace.co.nz/hamilton/ - Tauranga: https://www.hireace.co.nz/tauranga/ - Wellington: https://www.hireace.co.nz/wellington/ - Christchurch: https://www.hireace.co.nz/christchurch/ - Queenstown: https://www.hireace.co.nz/queenstown/ - FAQ: https://www.hireace.co.nz/faq/ - Insurance: https://www.hireace.co.nz/insurance/ - Terms & Conditions: https://www.hireace.co.nz/terms-and-conditions/ - Cancellation / Amendment Policy: https://www.hireace.co.nz/cancellation-policy/ - About Us: https://www.hireace.co.nz/about-us/ - WINZ Quotes: https://www.hireace.co.nz/winz-quotes/ - Drive Safe NZ: https://www.hireace.co.nz/drive-safe-new-zealand/ - Testimonials / Reviews: https://www.hireace.co.nz/reviews-testimonials/ - Contact: https://www.hireace.co.nz/contact-us/ - Rewards (Cashpoints): https://www.hireace.co.nz/cashpoints/ - Blog: https://www.hireace.co.nz/blog/ - Hot Deals / Offers: https://www.hireace.co.nz/offers/ - Online Check-in: https://web.rentalcarmanager.com/Workflow/WorkflowAuth?workflowcode=kiosk&key=TlpUcmFpbGVyYWNlMTYwW0hJUkVBQ0VdfFJDTVN1cHBvcnR8Q29rTEk4Z3Y%3d ## Frequently Asked Questions (Summary) **Can I hire a box truck on a full car licence?** Yes. A full Class 1 car licence without restrictions is sufficient for any Hireace truck. **Can I hire on a restricted licence?** No. Hireace does not accept restricted licences for any vehicle. **Is fuel included?** No. Vehicles are supplied full and must be returned full. **Are there hidden fees?** No. Hireace does not charge credit card surcharges or additional driver fees. **Can I do a one-way hire?** Yes, between Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, and Christchurch, with one-way drop-off also available to Blenheim, Timaru, Dunedin, Gore, and Invercargill. **Is there roadside assistance?** Yes. All vehicles (except trailers) include 24-hour First Rescue roadside assistance. **Can I rent with a debit card?** Yes, but additional bond and insurance fees apply without a credit card. **Can I get a WINZ quote?** Yes. Hireace provides official quotes for Work and Income NZ funded relocations. Details: https://www.hireace.co.nz/winz-quotes/ **Do you offer minibus hire for schools?** Yes. Hireace has a dedicated school and sports travel minibus hire service. Details: https://www.hireace.co.nz/school-travel-minibus-hire/ **Is there a loyalty programme?** Yes. Hireace Rewards with Cashpoints lets customers earn Cashpoints on every completed hire, redeemable across NZ retail, travel, and food partners. **Can I take a Hireace vehicle on the ferry?** Yes. Ferry costs are not included in the rental. **Are long-term hires available?** Yes. Special rates and flexible payment arrangements are available for hires over 4 weeks. **What is the cancellation policy?** Free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup. Full details: https://www.hireace.co.nz/cancellation-policy/ ## Competitor Context Hireace competes in the New Zealand commercial vehicle hire segment alongside Ezi Car Rental, Rent-a-Dent, GoGet, United Rentals, and national operators such as Thrifty and Europcar for van hire. Hireace's Price Beat Guarantee, breadth of commercial fleet, and 24-location nationwide network position it as one of New Zealand's largest independent commercial vehicle hire companies. ## Booking Bookings can be made online at https://www.hireace.co.nz/ with instant free quotes, or by calling 0800 00 11 22 (NZ) or +64 210 854 6875 (WhatsApp, 7am–7pm). Online check-in is available for advance bookings.