American limo rental website EzLimoRentals.com bought out by mystery UK buyer

February 7, 2012 By Dez Rowley
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A top ranking American limo rental website, EzLimoRentals.com (pronounced Easy Limo Rentals) has been bought out by an anonymous UK based buyer according to a recent online report. It’s understood the new owner of EzLimoRentals.com operates a leading limousine hire business in the UK and is planning to expand the company into America.

To mark the takeover of EzLimoRentals.com the new owners are offering all American limousine rental agents the chance to benefit from a free listing on the high ranking website. Companies that already have a listing on the limousine rental site will be able to keep their ad, while those who would like to experiment to see if a listing on EzLimoRentals.com would help boost their online profile, will have the chance to try out the service free of charge.

The new owners of EzLimoRentals.com see the acquisition of the new website as their first step into the American market, something the British company has been keen to pursue for some time according to recent reports. The mystery Managing Director of the UK based company was quoted as saying, “Targeting the American market is something we’ve been planning for some time, however we had to wait for the right opportunity to come our way.”

The anonymous new owner went on to say, “EzLimorentals.com is the perfect way in for our company as our strength lies in our online marketing – taking ownership of a recognisable site such as EzLimorentals.com will provide us with a substantial leg-up into the US market while at the same time providing us with great potential to develop our brand”.

Now the buy-out of the leading American limo rental website is complete, the new owners say they are planning to get straight to work revamping the site. The mystery owner is understood to have successfully developed a range of online products as part of the limo hire business in the UK with a proven track record in strong online marketing.

The company is now planning to take their winning model over to the US with the same web team poised to re-develop the EzLimoRentals.com website to improve the website’s SEO, and boost its overall ranking with the aim of becoming one of the most influential limo rental providers in the States.

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Limo chauffeurs to star in their own TV show

December 5, 2011 By Trudi Johnson
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Limousine chauffeurs from Jet Set Limousines based in Lancashire  have had their first big break in the world of show business having landed their own fly-on-the-wall documentary for Channel 4.

The Lytham based limo hire company are no strangers to the small screen having appeared in several other reality TV shows including Sky 1’s Ladies who Lunch, Channel 4’s Four in a Bed, and a celebrity wedding planners who for Channel 5, according to local newspaper The Blackpool Gazette.

Filming for the as yet unnamed show has already taken place, although the limo hire boss revealed the process was especially time consuming and was a tricky juggling act as they had to schedule filming around their existing client bookings. However the hard work has all been done and the first series is in the can and being prepared ready for broadcast.

Appearing in a fly-on-the-wall documentary can be extremely beneficial for small businesses if the show is well received as pervious companies and establishments who’ve had their own series have reported significant increases in business. Jet Set Limousines hope that their 15 minutes of fame will have a positive effect on the company and will help them reach a wider audience.

Filming has been completed on the first show although no broadcast date has been announced as yet.

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The National Limousine and Chauffeur Association (NLCA) announce their annual general meeting

February 3, 2010 By Dez Rowley

NLCA are urging limo operators throughout the UK to attend their meeting in Bradford next week

The National Limousine and Chauffeur Association (NLCA) have announced their plans to hold their annual general meeting next week, on Wednesday February 10th at the Cedar Court Hotel near Bradford.

All limo operators, agents and chauffeurs are urged to attend as all contributions and opinions from members of the limo industry are very much welcome. The NLCA is the self regulated chauffeur and limo association for the UK. They work in-conjunction with all of the official authorities in the country including VOSA, Traffic Commissioners, and the police to ensure a standard is set for a top quality and safe service within the UK’s limousine industry.

At the general meeting limo attendees will have the opportunity to raise any issues which are affecting their business or any problems that they feel need to be addressed. Because of the NLCA’s close working relationship with the authorities, they are well positioned to get these issues dealt with through the proper channels.

During next week’s meeting officers will be elected to represent NLCA members over the next 12 months. If you would like to put yourself forward for the role, or to have your say on who should be elected, make sure you attend the meeting to ensure your voice is heard.

This is the one chance during the year for those involved in the limousine business to come together to discuss the direction the industry needs to take. In order for the NLCA to do its job effectively, it needs the support of those working within the limo trade. Individuals and companies from all areas of the limo industry are welcome, so don’t miss out on the chance to have your say at the annual general meeting in Bradford on February 10th 2010.

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Drive ’09 launch seminar to promote legal limo message in conjunction with Limo World U.K.

September 25, 2009 By Dez Rowley
Hummer H3 limo complies with new safety laws
Hummer H3 limo complies with new safety laws

Hummer H3 limo complies with new safety laws

With the introduction of brand new safety regulations affecting limos and any vehicle which carries over 8 passengers, Drive ’09 have organised an informative seminar to help explain the new rules. Limo World U.K and Krystal U.K. will be working in conjunction with the popular transport industry event to demonstrate their range of brand new limos which comply fully with the new laws.

The Vehicle Operator Services Agency (VOSA) will host the seminar and will be available to answer any questions posed by members of the limo hire industry. Over the past few weeks organisers of Drive ’09 have been compiling a list of questions to put to the official government agency which will hopefully clear up any queries relating to the safety regulations.

Drive ’09 is the biggest transport industry event in the U.K and this year it will take place at the Transport Research Laboratory in Berkshire. The two day event runs over this weekend September 26th-27th.

Limo World U.K. and Krystal U.K will be attending the seminar to showcase their fleet of ready to order limos. All of the vehicles offered have the crucial VOSA stamp of approval so customers can buy in confidence. With prices starting from as little as £25,000 you may just bag yourself a bargain.

As the only approved dealer for Krystal Enterprise in the country, you’ll find some truly exclusive limos amongst their extensive fleet. Orders are now being taken for the Krystal Hummer H3 limo which is SVA/IVA approved.

If you’re interested in attending this seminar register your details now for free at the Drive 09 website.

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Limousine hire industry could be killed warns operator

September 17, 2009 By Paul Gibson
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Thousands of stretched limousines across the country could be made redundant from next month if new legislation’s are not taken seriously.

Letters were sent to limousine operators this week by the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) giving them twenty days to get vehicles certified to Certificate of Initial Fitness (COIF) standards if their vehicles carry more than eight passengers.

They were also told to make sure they hold a valid Operators Licence, or risk having their vehicles impounded under the new legislation which come into effect in October.

Nick Clarke, owner of Star Limousines based in East Sussex told thechauffeur.com; “Most of the industry received letters this week notifying them of the changes. It basically means that operators like us who run vehicles such as Hummer H2 limousine will have to obtain a COIF certificate if we want to continue trading.”

He added; “Unfortunately this cannot happen overnight and can take weeks to complete and costs around £15,000. Also it takes a minimum of six weeks to get an operators licence. I do fear that many operators will simply disappear when this legislation is enforced.”

Operators throughout the country are being encouraged to attend the UK’s biggest trade event for the limousine and chauffeur industry to hear VOSA talk about the new legislation. The event takes place on 26th and 27th September 2009 at the Transport Research Laboratory, near Bracknell, Berkshire.

To attend, visit www.drive09.co.uk and register free-of-charge.

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‘Apparently’ Limo Hire Business May Never Recover from the Recession

August 11, 2009 By TJ Harris
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The limousine hire industry is forever expanding, with school proms, birthday parties, weddings and many other events being celebrated throughout the UK in stretched limousines. So business is booming!

However, there seems to be other (negative) views about the limousine industry… A recent article was posted on another car hire news website which states that the limo hire industry is struggling through the recession. [Below]

Limo and Town car companies are seeing continued drops in their business. With many business starting see the light at the end of the tunnel, a changing trend in corporate travel may have lasting effects for the limo industry.

Throughout 2008, companies have been working on reducing expenses for corporate travel.  While travel itself may be back on the rise, stricter budgets are being enforced and limousines are being seen as something companies can continue to do without.

Many Limo companies are anxiously waiting for the next large scale event or corporate function for their business to go up for a few days. Yet, consistency is way down for luxury car rental and limos all over the world.

A recent survey shows the following:

  • 2008 was the most successful year for hire bookings.
  • There were more limousines booked for school proms in 2009 than ever..
  • There are more legal limousines in 2009 than ever..

Every industry has its fair share of ups and downs, but having worked in the limousine industry for several years I am confident that the limousine industry will only grow, despite the recession and negative press.

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Limos to Take That Concert Targeted

July 8, 2009 By Trudi Johnson
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Metropolitan Police Service pounced on suspect limousines as they took transported fans to the  Take That concert in Wembley.

The stretch limousines were stopped and taken to an inspection site in Carey Way, Wembley, Middlesex where officers, working together with VOSA (Vehicle and Operator Services Agency), carried out comprehensivemechanical examinations on the different types of limos.

Only two left with a clean bill of health, of the twelve limos stopped by traffic officers last Friday.

At the same time relevant checks were made on the drivers. One limo driver was arrested and later charged for driving whilst disqualified.

Another limo was seized, as the driver was not qualified to drive a Public Service Vehicle (PSV) for hire and reward. In addition there were two driver’s hours offences detected, which resulted in a £200 Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) issued by VOSA.

A further five immediate PG9′s (prohibition notices) were issued for dangerous offences and one limo received a delayed PG9 for a maintenance matter, with two drivers receiving verbal warnings for minor infractions.

The UK limousine industry has been cleaned up recently by, both the operators and VOSA who are working with the Police.

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