Say goodbye to hidden costs
Buying and financing a PCO vehicle the traditional way can be complex and costly. First comes the car, then come the hidden costs – everything from specialist PHV insurance to on-road costs like car tax and MOT, servicing and ongoing maintenance items.
How it works?
Get started with Splend
Tell us about you
New to private hire or an experienced PCO driver? Driving mostly for work or leisure? Wanting to understand the benefits of going electric? Knowing more about your lifestyle means we can find the best vehicle to maximise your earning potential. We’re always on hand to steer you in the right direction.
Find the perfect car
The best car may not always be the obvious car. If you're looking to do airport transfers, we might recommend maximum luggage space to boost earnings. Or perhaps you want to drive less but charge higher rates, so a vehicle that qualifies for higher earnings categories like Uber XL or Uber Exec could be the better choice.
Two options, each with all you need, in one bundle.
We offer two options to suit your needs,
wherever you’re at in your PCO journey.
Did you know experts agree owning your car is the better financial decision for the long term?
I’m looking to buy
I’m looking to try
Flexi Own
Our best plan for PCO drivers ready to own their own vehicle.
Inclusions:
Option to own your car
PHV damage and loss cover
PHV licence
Car tax and MOT
Scheduled servicing
Replacement tyres
Replacement brakes
24/7 roadside assistance
Free PCO approved courtesy car
Up to 4 weeks annual payment holiday relief
Dedicated customer support
Referral bonuses
Did you know experts agree owning your car is the better financial decision for the long term?
Leave the rest to us
Now your car is sorted, we’ll handle the rest. Everything from insurance, PHV licence, car tax and MOT, servicing, replacement tyres and brakes and more. We’ll get you deals that no DIY buyer could access buying and financing the ordinary way. And we’ll have your vehicle on the Uber platform before you pick it up so you can start earning.
Don’t be fooled by first impressions. Own for less with Splend.
Everything you need to own and operate a rideshare vehicle. | DIY Finance The traditional, do-it-yourself way of purchasing a car. | |
£45,978 | £45,982 | |
View figures calculated | ||
£177 | £236 | |
£50 | £50 | |
£4 | £4 | |
£18 | £23 | |
Included | None | |
£249 | £313 | |
£1,360 | £1,360 | |
£1,150 | £1,087 |
Focus on your business
and leave the rest to us.
Change the way you own for good
Splend makes car ownership easier, more affordable and more accessible for PCO drivers by building everything they need to earn more, pay less and stress less into one affordable weekly payment. It’s smooth driving, with no surprises and the lowest total ownership cost you’ll find – which is how car ownership for PCO drivers should be. Watch to find out how it works.
Got a question?
We’re here to help.
Visit one of our friendly hubs, chat to us online, or read our frequently asked questions.
Splend is designed specifically for PCO drivers, offering two flexible vehicle plans to suit your needs. Our flagship plan, Flexi Own, allows you to work towards car ownership while benefiting from all the inclusions necessary for a hassle-free experience. Each payment you make goes towards paying off your car, and once you make your final payment, ownership is transferred to you. If you prefer to test the water first, Flexi Try enables you to try before you buy, and you can move over to Flexi Own at any time, or simply walk away once your minimum term is up. Whichever option you choose, Splend covers everything you need for hassle-free PCO driving, including PHV licence, PHV damage and loss cover, car tax and MOT, servicing, maintenance and more.
We understand that costs are a crucial factor for PCO drivers, which is why Splend offers transparent pricing and all-inclusive packages that aim to be cheaper than you would get organising the buying, financing and owning costs yourself. Our weekly payments include all your car ownership expenses such as registration, servicing, maintenance and damage and loss cover, and are typically much cheaper (and certainly more convenient) than managing everything yourself. There's also a one-off establishment fee to get started. If you exceed your weekly mileage limit, additional charges of 20 pence per mile apply, but these charges go towards paying off your vehicle earlier.
Getting started with Splend is very easy and straightforward. First, fill in the enquiry form on our website. Then, one of our team members will contact you to understand your needs and help you choose the perfect car for your PCO driving needs. You’ll then be invited to book an appointment at our hub, where you can test drive the car and finalise the sign-up process. Once that’s done, you can pick up your car and start enjoying hassle-free driving.
Please do! The car is yours to use 24/7, both for your PCO business and also for personal use. If you want to drive the car on a road trip, ask your Customer Specialist for written consent.
At Splend, we don’t just hand you the keys and leave you hanging. Our dedicated Customer Specialists are on hand to answer any questions or deal with any issues. They can help you through every step to becoming a successful on-demand driver, as well as down the road. Many common questions are addressed on the website and in the app – and you can call us on 0333 016 4331.
At Splend, we know that one of the most important aspects of driving a PCO car is to make sure you are covered if you have an accident or your car is stolen. Unfortunately insurance companies charge high premiums for PHV insurance. Our all-inclusive plans provide Damage and Loss Cover, including using the car for which provides liability cover for you and your passengers, as well as comprehensive car cover for most day-to-day driving. This includes using the car for business use such as ridesharing and delivery work such as Uber Eats or Amazon Flex.
Please note: full terms for the insurance policy are specified in your agreement, and are only valid if you adhere to the conditions.
Yes! Splend’s Flexi Own and Flexi Try plans come with a range of benefits. Not only do our plans include all major ongoing ownership costs (meaning no separate bills for things like insurance, car tax and MOT, scheduled servicing, replacement brakes and tyres, and roadside assistance) but our customers receive other benefits they wouldn't find by going it alone with DIY buying and financing. Some benefits our customers enjoy are a free PCO-approved courtesy car (if their car is off the road for a warranty repair or after an accident), payment holiday relief (up to 4 weeks per year), referral benefits if they refer a friend, ongoing support, and more.
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Can’t find what you’re looking for? Give us a call and one of our friendly team members will help you out.
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