Liquid Fleet reports 25% growth as demand for hybrid rentals surges

Liquid Fleet has announced a 25% increase in the size of its rental fleet so far in 2025, surpassing 2,000 vehicles, as demand continues to climb across both corporate and retail markets. A key driver of this growth has been a sharp rise in hybrid vehicle rentals, alongside a broader shift in customer preferences.

The company, which supplies vehicles for rental, corporate fleets, and subscription services, says customers are increasingly flexible in their vehicle choices, prioritising availability, efficiency, and variety over strict adherence to traditional rental bands.

“We’ve benefited from being able to offer a much wider variety of brands and models,” said Martin Potter, Commercial Director at Liquid Fleet.

“Since Covid, our customers are more focused on getting the right cars for their different types of customers rather than because they fit within a specific rental band or group.”

Popular models such as the Vauxhall Corsa, Nissan Juke, Kia Ceed, and Peugeot 2008 remain strong performers. However, Liquid Fleet reports growing interest in larger SUVs, premium models, and trial placements of vehicles from emerging Chinese brands.

The company has also seen a noticeable increase in hybrid vehicle uptake, reflecting a wider trend in sustainable mobility among both individual drivers and businesses. The shift aligns with rising environmental awareness and the UK’s evolving low-emission transport policies.

To meet the growing demand, Liquid Fleet has expanded its purchasing agreements with multiple OEMs, diversifying its supplier base and ensuring greater vehicle availability across a wider spectrum of models and drivetrains.