We rent PHV cars to licensed private hire drivers in and around Manchester/Salford, but we only accept certain badge councils. #PHV #Manchester #TaxiDriver
If you’re trying to sort a rental quickly, the main thing is making sure your badge council is on our accepted list and your home postcode is within around 50 miles of Manchester/Salford. This page explains it plainly, with what we’ll ask for and what to have ready.
At a glance
- PHV drivers only (licensed private hire — not for personal use).
- Accepted badge councils: Wolverhampton, Sefton, Trafford, Knowsley, or Manchester.
- You must live within about 50 miles of Manchester/Salford (based on your home postcode).
- Cars are suitable for Uber and Bolt (subject to the platform’s own requirements).
- To check you quickly, we’ll ask for: your badge council + your home postcode.
What we do (and who it’s for)
Join Veritas Hire provides rental cars for working PHV drivers who want a straightforward setup for day-to-day private hire work. Most drivers we help are doing regular city jobs around Manchester/Salford, with a mix of longer runs when they come up.
If you’re already licensed and just need a suitable car to get on with work (including Uber/Bolt), that’s the sort of driver we’re set up for.
Badge rules made simple (badge vs where you work vs where you live)
This is where a lot of drivers get caught out, so here’s the plain version:
- Your badge council is what matters for acceptance — we accept Wolverhampton, Sefton, Trafford, Knowsley, or Manchester badges.
- Where you work can be Manchester even if your badge is from one of the other accepted councils.
- Where you live matters too: you need to be within about 50 miles of Manchester/Salford based on your home postcode.
If you live more than 50 miles away, we won’t be able to offer a rental.
Vehicles you can expect (examples, not a promise)
We supply PHV-friendly saloons that suit private hire work. Examples of vehicles we may provide include:
- Toyota Prius
- Skoda Octavia
- Kia Ceed
- Similar PHV saloons
What’s available can change, so it’s always best to ask with your badge council and postcode so we can point you in the right direction.
What to have ready before you message
Having the basics ready helps avoid back-and-forth and wasted time. Here’s a simple checklist:
- Your badge council (Wolverhampton / Sefton / Trafford / Knowsley / Manchester)
- Your home postcode (to confirm the 50-mile area)
- Your licence/badge details to hand (in case we need to confirm)
- A quick note on how you plan to work (e.g. Uber, Bolt, or both)
Next steps
If you want us to check whether you’re eligible, send over your badge council and home postcode. If you meet the rules, we’ll talk you through what’s available and what the next step looks like.
FAQs
Can I work Manchester with a Trafford, Sefton, Knowsley, Wolverhampton, or Manchester badge?
Yes — you can work in Manchester as long as your badge is from one of the councils we accept. The key is the badge council and your home postcode.
What if I live more than 50 miles away?
We can’t offer rentals if your home address is outside roughly 50 miles of Manchester/Salford.
Do you provide Uber/Bolt accounts or driving work?
No. We supply vehicles to licensed PHV drivers. Your platform account and the work you do are up to you.
What do you need from me to check eligibility?
Your badge council and your home postcode. If those fit, we may then ask for basic licence/badge details.
What cars do you usually have?
Common examples include Toyota Prius, Skoda Octavia, and Kia Ceed (and similar PHV saloons). Availability changes, so ask and we’ll confirm what’s possible.
