Commercial Directory

“We wanted to share our feedback regarding our experiences with EVM. Over the past four years, we have purchased nine vehicles from EVM, and the service has consistently been excellent. They take the time to provide all the necessary details, helping us make the best decisions for our company. Given the 5-star service we’ve received, we anticipate being long-term customers of EVM. We look forward to continuing our partnership with EVM in the future.”
-Watermill Coaches Limited

The Mercedes Sprinter that South Ayrshire Community Transport (SACT) purchased from EVM, is perfect for the delivery of the CB8 Service between Girvan and Barr in South Ayrshire. The route is very hilly, and the Mercedes Sprinter has been robust and reliable to undertake the journey in all weathers.
-South Ayrshire Community Transport (SACT)

Our experience with EVM's customer service was fantastic. From the initial communication to the final handover, we felt assured that our needs were being met with precision and care. We received regular updates and were ensured transparency every step of the way. The handover process was smooth and efficient, enabling us to swiftly get the vehicle on the road. This is particularly vital for a community transport service where prompt deployment is crucial. EVM's attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction truly shone through in every aspect of our interaction. We highly recommend their services to anyone in need of reliable and professional transportation solutions.
-HcL Transport

RAKAT Transport.
We have been doing business with H.W.Pickrell for more than ten years, outstanding service and aftercare received over all those years only last month purchased a vehicle from them and absolutely pleased with it. highly recommend their service.

Des Kohn
I have used this place several times to purchase minibuses and each time it has been a straightforward experience - very professional and value for money. Would highly recommend to anyone within the community transport line of work.

Croydon Vision
Pickrell was recommended to us by a colleague from WCT. Chris responded to our initial query regarding transport in a very diligent and helpful manner, offering useful advice throughout the process. He helped us narrow down our choices and guided us towards the right minibuses for our organisation. From concept to delivery; H.W.Pickrell offered assistance without being forceful. Chris was real and honest in terms of price, giving us options to select from based on budget. Highly recommended and goes the extra mile too. Thanks Chris and team at H.W.Pickrell.

“Operating our vehicles through Marshall Leasing has always been the simple choice for us. The customer service provided and their flexibility has always been important to us as a charitable organisation operating vehicles for the community.”
Bill Simmons - Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity

"Marshall Leasing are very personal, we receive a fantastic family type level of customer service. Any queries or help are always dealt with effectively and efficiently. They always exceed in customer service with no pressure or power selling. We are very satisfied."
Lee Howes, Head of Fleet & Passenger Transport, Vertas

“We choose Marshall Leasing as our vehicle supplier because of their competitive rates and their excellent customer service. A dedicated Account Manager means there is always someone in contact to attend to our requirements. As we head into our next cycle of vehicles changes we are confident that the continued relationship will deliver just what we need.”
Raj Chima – Prometheus Safe and Secure.

We have now had three vehicles via Minibus Options and have always been satisfied with the product and the service

We have just passed 2000 miles in our new electric minibus, and we are very happy with it

Always helpful, excellent service, all-round high-quality, have been very satisfied with Minibus Options over very many years

"Neathouse Partners have been an invaluable asset to our business. Their dedicated HR and Employment Law support gives our team real peace of mind when navigating complex staffing issues and legal responsibilities. The advice we receive is always clear, practical, and tailored to our needs. Having a dedicated and experienced consultant like Sharon, who understands our business, has been especially valuable. It’s reassuring to know we can rely on them for expert guidance whenever we need it."

Peter Crouch
Operations & Compliance Manager @ Car Giant

“They provide us with a great service! Fast, friendly & professional at all times! Always there to help with all your HR needs, I would highly recommend Neathouse Partners to any haulage company looking for support.”

Kirsty Leeson
Office Manager @ Scotlee Transport Services Ltd

"I find they're always available and quick to respond to emails/calls. The staff are very reliable and professional."

Cassie Ward
Administration Manager @ South London Movers Ltd

"Framwellgate School Durham recently commissioned the services of NEBRC on the back of a serious cyber incident. The team undertook an external vulnerability check of our network and subsequently were able to very quickly identify known vulnerabilities which could immediately be addressed. Their response, from initial email to undertaking work, was within a day which helped us to secure the network through targeting priorities in order. Working with NEBRC was a thoroughly supportive experience, from the initial Teams call and subsequent phone calls through to post crisis communications. Martin was non-judgemental, was supportive and made us understand quickly that it is known vulnerabilities which are attacked, and not the school. Martin worked closely with other support stakeholders including the police, Waterstons, the IT support team and external IT support company to coordinate work and share critical information. The support and advice given by Martin and the exceptional work of the ethical hackers was something I never expected to have to experience, but with their support the school was scaffolded quickly and is in a much better place due to their expertise, compassion and guidance through a very difficult time. If I could wind the clock back, I would have insisted on doing annual vulnerability checks and this is something I would urge schools to do, given the relative low cost and the high risk of failure in the current climate."

"The Centre really fills the gap in missing expertise for so many organisations like us. I worked with Joe to make our emails and domain more secure with some real technical stuff. Joe was brilliant and made it all look so easy (it wasn't!) Half of the battle is finding reputable organisations to help with really complex IT issues without making yourself vulnerable to shady organisations. Nice to see a non-profit working closely with the police and the NHS. Yes this is a safe one! Long may it continue.."

"We would like to express our gratitude to the NEBRC for their exceptional presentation on cyber security threats in the education sector at our recent YH02 event. The content was incredibly relevant and informative, and we appreciate the time and effort that went into preparing the material. We were particularly impressed with the Decisions and Disruptions Lego Exercise that the NEBRC ran with our members. The exercise was an engaging and interactive way to reinforce the importance of cyber security practices and provided valuable insights into the thought processes of our members when faced with potential security threats. As network managers in education, our members deal with cyber security issues on a daily basis, so we appreciated that the content was appropriate for their level of understanding. The NEBRC's presentation and exercise were both thought provoking and informative and the members' feedback shows that they enjoyed and benefited greatly from the experience. We highly recommend the NEBRC's services to anyone seeking to improve their organisations cyber security practices, thank you again for your excellent work!"

Mark Jenkinson from Centrica:

"Being part of PACTS has been incredibly beneficial for Centrica. The wealth of knowledge and resources we have access to has been instrumental in enhancing our approach to road safety. Through PACTS, we have been able to stay at the forefront of industry best practices, which has significantly improved our transport safety protocols.

The networking opportunities provided by PACTS have allowed us to connect with other industry leaders, share insights, and collaborate on innovative safety solutions. This has helped us stay ahead of regulatory changes. We are proud to be part of such a proactive and supportive community."

Shenley Brook End School
5 months ago
Date of purchase: 31/05/2024
What Shenley Brook End School said about PHVC Ltd:
Amazing service from start to finish. Thank you

Trinity School
Croydon
6 months ago
Date of purchase: 13/05/2024
What Trinity School said about PHVC Ltd:
Service was excellent, just what you need a good company that understands your needs.
Product reviews

PHVC - FORD E-TRANIST 15 SEAT MINIBUS
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From making the first enquiry to receiving our minibuses PHVC have been excellent in their customer service, keeping us all up to date and working along our marketing dept. to get the right Art work on the minibuses, Their pricing is very competitive in the leasing market what we liked most is the personal touch that they have, would recommend to anyone who requires a quality service.

Albany Academy
7 months ago
Date of purchase: 15/04/2024
What Albany Academy said about PHVC Ltd:
Responded promptly and gave up to date information when needed.
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PHVC - Citroen Relay 17 Seat Minibus
Great communication, honest and delivered when expected.

Staying Informed is Key!
MikeD-551 - *****

We are using their services for the last year, we would like to recommend them by being dedicated into providing a professional, efficient and comprehensive service. Their experience, knowledge and support, is greatly appreciated by our transport team.

Excellent Support Services!
PivvyA-1 - *****

The service and support we have received from RHN Consultancy has been brilliant. They are always there to answer any questions we may have and has shown us an easy systematic way of making sure we are compliant with our Operator Licence.

RHN Consultancy
DavidM-3775 - *****

Best in the business. If you have a transport problem involving legislation, litigation, traffic commissioner troubles, driver issues. Rick is the " go to man", he's also a practical, pragmatic and realistic and could save you a fortune compared to some shark type legal big shots!

5 star service
I cannot praise Mathew and his team enough. From viewing to pick up the service I had was excellent. The vehicle was serviced and fully valeted before collection. The 5-star service they offer I believe is above and beyond other dealers I tried. If you are looking for a used commercial vehicle with superb customer support then look no further. No hesitation in giving 5 stars.

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Andrew Vidler

Jul 26, 2024

1st class van dealers
An amazing service provided by these guys, love the van and nothing was too much trouble to get it ready for me, if only all van dealers were this good!! Thanks again

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Aug 28, 2024

Cannot recommend enough, very relaxed atmosphere, highest levels of quality and service, family run very helpful and friendly I would not hesitate to buy another from them. Thank you

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Mick Stewart

Jul 28, 2018

“TBC has been supplying minibuses to our organisation for many years, their attention to detail and willingness to support throughout the entire process, from initial contact through vehicle spec preparation, conversion process and aftersales support is second to none. We have developed a close working relationship with TBC over the years which I hope continues long into the future.”
- Billy Moore – North Coast Community Transport

“Coalfield Community Transport have worked with TBC conversions for around 8 years. We have purchased a number of accessible vehicles throughout this time. What I love about TBC is that the customer service is second to none. I have used many other suppliers over the years and TBC by far have the best sales team. Joanne in particular is always on hand to support us, we are kept updated on progress, we know exactly what we are paying for, and the vehicles are always excellent. TBC know their product and their market, and it shows. I often recommend TBC to other organisations in the knowledge I am confident that they will be looked after.”
- Susan – Coalfield Community Transport

Thanks to The Minibus Centre, our LCR class and Primary 6 students could enjoy a summer outing. These trips are invaluable to our students’ learning experiences, providing opportunities to explore new environments, develop social skills and generally just have fun

- Douglas Chambers, Head Teacher at Caledonia Primary School

The Minibus Centre has helped us endlessly. We are now in the position to take our residents on outings and we could not be happier. The minibus is life-changing for the people that we proudly care for. The difference in having wheelchair-accessible transport is like nothing else. One vehicle can change people's lives. The Minibus Centre was very helpful throughout the purchase of our new minibus. Their willingness to help coupled with their friendly and approachable demeanour was nothing short of exemplary.

– Kelly, QME Care Home, Kelso, Scottish Borders

I stumbled upon The Minibus Centre online, and my initial contact with them left a lasting impression. I was particularly impressed by the knowledge and professionalism of the sales manager, Iain. The ordering process was seamless – I placed an order for two new vehicles, received a promised delivery date, and both buses arrived punctually as scheduled. I cannot fault the ordering process; it was so efficient and straightforward.

– Scott, Community Transport, Stranraer

Shildon Minibus - Supplied with a Mercedes Sprinter 5t Minibus
"We, as the Shildon community bus, have just purchased a 16-seat mini bus from the Trek group. From the initial contact, they could not be more helpful. Coming up to Co Durham twice to discuss what we wanted and arranged for us to see and drive a similar vehicle that was local. All in all, very professional and no question too trivial, vehicle delivered promptly and in good order."

Marshall Leasing -
"Trek came highly recommended to us by one of our trusted suppliers and has quickly grown into one of our largest supply partners for minibus and bespoke vehicles for the Community Transport, Care Home and School sectors. As part of the Bank of Ireland (UK) Group, service is very important to us, and we are very satisfied with the attentive service, high-quality conversions, and high levels of customer service we have received. I have no hesitation in providing this testimonial and look forward to a long and productive relationship over the coming years."

Chris Lavender – Sales and Relationship Manager, Minibus, Community Transport, PTS and Home to School Transport Sectors
Marshall Leasing / Northridge Finance

The programme helped CTA look at EDI in a completely new way. It wasn’t just about theory, it was practical, thought-provoking and directly relevant to our day-to-day work. The way it was delivered made it easy to engage people at all levels of CTA, from frontline staff to leadership. It gave us real tools to reflect, take action and start embedding inclusion in a way that is meaningful and sustainable.

Victoria Armstrong, CEO, Community Transport Association

I am finding the whole course really enlightening and informative and I like the way we learn to a deadline but at our own speed. The sessions with Jacqui could last all day – they never seem long enough!

CTA employee

We first reached out to Jacqui at Wider Thinking as we were looking to strengthen our EDI efforts while having professional support to ensure our messaging to staff and tone of voice was well received. It has been incredibly insightful and a thought-provoking learning experience. Following each module, Jacqui hosted lunchtime workshops and it was great to see the team open up the conversation of EDI, providing a safe place for individuals to voice their honest opinions and have productive discussions. We have then actioned these learnings and implemented changes to our business practices and processes, for example how we recruit for vacancies. There is a wide range of content included in the modules which keeps it interesting, and we have had positive company-wide feedback.

Square Mile Consulting and Research Limited (Marketing Executive)