For more than 70 years, we’ve been providing dependable commercial vehicle hire to businesses, councils and organisations across Essex and the surrounding areas.
Based in Benfleet, Essex, we are a proud family-owned business with family values at the heart of everything we do. Since the 1950s, we’ve earned a reputation for delivering reliable vehicles, exceptional customer service and honest, straightforward advice that our customers can rely on.
We specialise in long-term vehicle hire, short-term vehicle hire and quality used vehicle sales, working with everyone from local businesses and tradespeople to councils and public sector organisations. Whatever your requirements, our experienced team is committed to finding the right solution for your needs.
One of our greatest strengths is our people. Many of our team have been with us for over 40 years, bringing a wealth of knowledge, experience and continuity that benefits every customer we work with. Their commitment and expertise have helped shape the trusted reputation we’ve built over generations.
Although we’ve been established for decades, we’re always looking ahead. We continually invest in our fleet to ensure our customers have access to modern, reliable and well-maintained vehicles. In 2025 alone, we added more than 100 new vehicles to our fleet, reflecting our commitment to offering the latest commercial vehicles while maintaining the high standards our customers expect.
We believe that great service is about more than simply supplying vehicles—it’s about building long-term relationships based on trust, reliability and personal service. Whether you’re hiring a single van, expanding your fleet or purchasing a quality used commercial vehicle, you’ll receive the same friendly, professional service that has defined our business for more than seven decades.
At E H Roberts – Penet Group Limited, we’re proud of our heritage, proud of our team and proud to continue supporting businesses and organisations across Essex and beyond with commercial vehicle solutions they can depend on.