10 Best Van and Lorry Rentals That Are Affordable in Singapore [2022] 

If you are looking to move home or office or starting up a delivery business, you will invariably need a van and lorry rental service.

The light commercial vehicle rental business has witnessed a surge in demand in recent months. Most of the growth has come from individuals moving homes due to job losses.

Many first-time movers would have trouble choosing the right service, and understandably so. We will try and make it easy for you.

Before looking for a van and lorry rental, you need to know three things:

1. Your requirement

What’s the volume and weight of your luggage or items you want to ship? Are there any items that need special permits or have a special requirement? Say, you may have some items to be carried under controlled temperature. Making a list upfront will save you a lot of effort later.

2. Credibility of the van and lorry rental service

One of the easiest ways to check the credibility of a service is to look up their service history. Usually, the longer a company has been in existence, the better it is. However, many new-age businesses make up for the lack of years, by using technology that provides complete transparency and a great user experience.

3. Cost

Once you have shortlisted 2-3 services that match your requirement, compare their costs. While few service providers tend to charge a premium over others, it needs to have a valid justification. Do they provide additional services? Do they have an impeccable service record? 

Here, we will help you choose the best van and lorry rental service that meets your requirement and budget.

1. Goldbell Leasing

Highlights:

• Dedicated account managers
• 24/7 support
• Large fleet for various needs

Goldbell leasing has been around for 40 years in the business of transportation and has one of the largest fleets in Singapore with around 8,500 vehicles. According to its website, it is a market leader in industrial vehicle distribution and leasing.

From lifestyle Fiat vans for moving people to 10-tonne trucks and prime movers, they have a vehicle for all your needs. Additionally, they also provide refrigerated vans with car-like driveability for temperature-sensitive goods.

Along with commercial vehicle leasing, Goldbell operates a variety of other businesses, including car rentals. One may also choose to rent a light commercial vehicle from their car rental business, apart from sedans, SUVs, or MPVs from several brands.

With dedicated account managers and 24/7 support, you can expect a professional standard of service and customer experience.

2. Rhino Rental

Highlights:

• Primarily for businesses
• Door-step delivery of the vehicle
• Age restrictions

Rhino Rental primarily targets local businesses and provides SMEs with on-demand commercial vehicles. Its fleet comprises cargo vans, lorries and canters. Most of the vehicles are from Nissan, Toyota, Renault and Mitsubishi.

A valid Class 3 Singapore driver’s license with a 2-year driving experience is the minimum requirement to lease or rent a vehicle. Also, the driver has to between 22 and 65 years of age.

You can also have the vehicle delivered to you for a nominal charge of $30 per trip between 10 am to 4 pm and $50 otherwise.

3. Pan Pacific Leasing

Highlights:

• 24/7 service support
• 24/7 vehicle replacement
• Wide range of configurations

Pan Pacific, founded in 2012, is a relatively new player in the van and lorry rental business. However, in a short period, its fleet size has increased to more than 1000 vehicles.

The customer-centric approach with 24/7 service support and vehicle replacement, set it apart.  The minimum lease period is of 24 hours.

The vehicles are customized based on customer needs. Lorries from Toyota, Hino, and Nissan come in tailgate, canopy and box configurations.  

4. Rentalorry

Highlights:

• Complete transportation solutions
• Also offers pickups
• Flexible with timing

Rentalorry started its operations in 2013 providing commercial vehicle services in Singapore. Its other services include car rental, shuttle, quick delivery of small items, and house or office moving.

With a fleet of lorries from 1 to 10-tonne capacity, Rentalorry can service most of your large shipment needs. It also provides cargo, passenger, catering and refrigerated ice-cream vans for smaller and regular business needs.

If your cargo cannot fit into a van but is too small for a lorry, Rentalorry offers pickups also.

5. Ride Now

Highlights:

• Wide range of commercial vans
• Can be used to drive to Malaysia
• No age restrictions

Ride Now Pte Ltd is a car rental service with vehicles for rent and lease. It has a wide range of commercial vans from Fiat, Nissan and Toyota, available on lease. You can also book wagons if you plan to transport people and luggage or are planning an outdoor trip with the family.

You can also rent lorries, but the options are limited compared to cars and vans.

The cars are available on daily rent or long-term lease. The rates mentioned on the website include commercial insurance, road tax, maintenance, usage-related parts replacement and unlimited mileage. The best part is you can also take the cars for a family holiday trip or for a business trip to Malaysia.

All you need is a Class3 or Class3A driver’s license and identity card (local) or work permit (foreigners). Notably, there are no age restrictions.

6. Lalamove

Highlights:

• Digital solution
• Easy to use
• Online tracking and payment available

Lalamove is an app that provides access to a wide range of cargo vehicles with drivers. It operates in various cities across Asia and the Americas. It is fairly simple to use and provides on-demand services.

With a fleet of motorcycles and 1.7 m long vans to 14 ft lorries, it has a solution for goods of all sizes.

Being a fully digital solution, you can choose the vehicle, pickup and drop location, track shipment and also make payments from the app.

It is a modern-age solution for last-mile delivery business problems addressing common challenges related to availability, pricing and tracking.

7. Edmund Vehicle Rental Company

Highlights:

• More than two decades old
• 24-hour breakdown recovery
• Flexible with timing

Edmund Vehicle Rental Company, established in 1996, provides commercial vehicles on lease. The lease options include both short and long term.

Its fleet includes single & double cab pick-ups, lorries, and cargo vans. The lorries from Toyota and Nissan come in various configurations – open, box and canopy. It also has people moving options that include passenger vans, minibuses, and sedans.

Above all, it offers 24 hrs breakdown recovery service.

8. Fulco Leasing Pte Ltd

Fulco Leasing Pte Ltd belongs to Fulco Group which has been in the auto industry for more than 30 years. At Fulco, you can lease Toyota and Citroen vans, Kia lorries and Mitsubishi pickups. Apart from vehicles in its existing fleet, customers can also lease new vehicles from different brands.

It has its own workshop and also provides a 24-hour recovery service.

If you are looking for a passenger vehicle for your company or personal use, along with a commercial vehicle, Fulco Leasing can be your single service provider.

9. Thiam Heng Auto

Thiam Heng Motor started automotive sales and service operations in 1985.

Its subsidiary, Thiam Heng Auto, provides commercial vehicle lease. It operates 160 vehicles, including Isuzu lorries, Mitsubishi canters, Nissan, and Toyota vans.

It is also a member of multiple associations including ARTAS (Automotive Rental Trade Association of Singapore), Singapore vehicle traders association, and Hire Purchase, Finance and Leasing Association of Singapore.

10. FCY Enterprise

FCY enterprise is a two-decade-old business specialising in commercial vehicle lease and renting.

Its 10ft,14ft and 15ft lorries are available in various configurations of a canopy, box and liftgate/tailgate.

While most of the lorries are made by Mitsubishi, FCY enterprise also has Toyota and Isuzu lorries. The cargo vans are popular models from Mercedes, Nissan and Toyota.

The list here should help you shortlist the best van and lorry rental service in Singapore. However, many companies provide similar services. You need to do your due diligence before booking.

Before you book a van and lorry rental service, know that cost cannot be the only deciding factor. You need to be assured of the safety of your belongings. Choosing a service provider to save money, might prove out to be an expensive proposition. You need to evaluate a service on multiple parameters.

Apart from checking the credibility of the service provider, note the vehicle details carrying your goods. Always maintain and keep all the documentation handy. Being prepared for any eventuality throughout the entire process always helps!