888 Car Hire
For tradespeople, sole traders & contractors · Melbourne metro

Lost your work vehicle in an accident that wasn't your fault? Get back on the job.

Every day without your van or ute is a day you can't work. If another driver caused the accident, you may be entitled to a like-for-like work vehicle replacement with no upfront hire charge — arranged fast so you're not losing income.

No claim number yet? That's okay.  ·  Fast callback from our Melbourne team.

✓ Like-for-like van and ute replacement✓ Same-day delivery across Melbourne✓ No upfront hire charge for eligible claims✓ We manage all insurer correspondence

Your vehicle is your livelihood. Don't lose a day you don't have to.

For most tradies, an off-road work vehicle doesn't just mean inconvenience — it means lost income, cancelled jobs, and letting down clients who are counting on you. When your van or ute is off the road, so is your ability to earn. If the accident wasn't your fault, you shouldn't have to wear that cost.

As a Melbourne tradie, you may be entitled to a like-for-like work vehicle replacement with no upfront hire charge. We arrange the replacement fast — often the same day you call — and manage all correspondence with the at-fault insurer on your behalf, so you can focus on your work rather than the paperwork.

Like-for-like work vehicle

We aim to match your vehicle type — if you drive a van, we'll arrange a van. If you use a ute for your trade, we'll work to match it. Subject to eligibility and availability.

Same-day, so you don't miss a job

We're Melbourne-based and often deliver the same day you contact us. Call us in the morning and aim to be working by afternoon.

We handle the insurer

You focus on your clients and your work. We manage all correspondence with the at-fault insurer and pursue recovery on your behalf.

Check your eligibility in 30 seconds

Three quick questions. No claim number needed to get started.

Step 1 of 3

Was another vehicle involved in the accident?

e.g. another car ran into you, or you were rear-ended

Not sure? Check anyway — we'll confirm it for you.

Three steps. Back on the tools fast.

You run your jobs. We handle the insurer.

1

Check eligibility and call us

Answer three quick questions. Our team calls back immediately to confirm details. Tell us what vehicle you need for work.

2

Like-for-like delivery

We arrange a replacement work vehicle and deliver to your home, job site, or the smash repairer. Same day in most cases.

3

We chase the at-fault insurer

Where eligible, we recover the hire costs from the at-fault party. You pay only for fuel and any running costs.

Common situations where Melbourne tradies may be eligible

If any of these sound familiar, you may be entitled to a replacement vehicle.

Rear-ended in traffic

Sitting at lights on the way to a job and rear-ended. One of the most common accident types, and generally not your fault.

Hit while parked on a job site

Your van struck while parked at a client's property or on-street while you're working inside.

Side-swiped on a freeway

Clipped by a merging vehicle on the Western Ring Road, Monash Freeway, or another major route.

Intersection accident

Another driver ran a red light or failed to give way, causing the collision at an intersection.

Hit while loading / unloading

Another vehicle clips your van while you're loading tools or materials at a job site.

Not sure who's at fault

Call us anyway — we'll assess the situation with you and help you understand your options.

Not sure if your situation qualifies? Call us on 0423 022 881 or check eligibility online — we'll help you work it out.

Common questions from Melbourne tradies

Don't lose work you don't have to. Call us now.

Tell us about the accident and your vehicle. We'll check eligibility and arrange a like-for-like replacement as fast as possible.

No claim number yet? That's okay.  ·  We deliver to your home, job site or the smash repairer.

Understand your rights

Helpful guides for Melbourne tradespeople

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