A NEW car and van hire showroom has opened in Portishead.

Ryans Rentals has moved into newly refurbished premises in Old Mill Road, offering the community a round-the-clock vehicle rental service.

The business is owned by Ryan Peake, who has been running Ryans Garage, a motor vehicle maintenance and repair company, in Old Mill Road since 2010.

Ryan said: “We always listen to what our customers have to say and also to the wider community and we were definitely getting the message that people wanted a competitively priced, readily available car and van hire company on their doorstep, so that is exactly what we are giving them.”

The vehicles available for rent include anything from a three-door hatch back or seven-seat people carrier to panel vans and tipper trucks.

Most of the vehicles are brand new and can be supplied with satellite navigation and child seats.

Ryans Rentals manager Phil Ford said: “We offer a high quality service including a 24-hour delivery and collection service which means people can book online as well as by visiting the showroom. We are also in a position to expand our fleet at any time according to demand.”

The new business has created a number of new jobs.

Ryan added: “As we continue to grow, Ryans Garage and Ryans Rentals will provide more job opportunities for the people of Portishead.

“We always try to employ local personnel wherever possible to ensure that both businesses remain firmly rooted in the community.”

To find out more visit www.ryansrentals.co.uk