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Van & Truck Hire
Class 1 Full Car
License Required
Box Truck Rentals, Cargo Van Hire and Passenger Vehicle Rental Across Porirua
We have cost effective and high quality truck, van, car and minibus rental from our Porirua location. Vehicles are hired through our partner company Piggy Packer Rentals, which has been a trusted name in Porirua for over 30 years. Still get the same great Handy service, vehicles and expertise but now in Porirua! Piggy Packers rentals provides excellent service with cost effective transport solutions that don’t cut corners.
Don't just take our word for it, hear from our happy customers!
About Piggy Packer Rentals
Piggy Packers began life in Paekakariki in the early 1990’s. A panel beater started hiring a few camper vans and trucks from his premises. Locals started enquiring about renting passenger vans, so the fleet was increased. Several years later, Piggy Packers moved to Porirua, to a well known site alongside State Highway One and the local train station.
From here, the business increased significantly to over 60 vehicles. No trip through the North Island was complete unless you passed several Piggy Packer vehicles. With their distinctive green coloured signage, they seemed to be every where on the roads, day and night. For nearly twenty years, Piggy Packers was owned by the same person. In August 2017, the current owners purchased the business to begin another chapter in the life of this iconic Porirua business. From a fleet of 15 older trucks and vans, the new owners increased the fleet to 50 cars, cargo and passenger vans and trucks, with the purchase of an existing business in Levin, plus another site in Seaview was established.
Now in 2025, Handy Rentals another fantastic locally owned truck and van rental company that was formed in 1989 has taken over operation of Piggy Packers. Handy is beginning to modernise the Piggy Packer Fleet and will continue to provide exceptional service across Porirua and Wellington.
Contact Piggy Packers/Handy Rentals Porirua
5 Wall Place, Kenepuru, Porirua 5022
Monday - Friday
8am - 4pm
Saturday
8am - 12pm
Sundays and Public Holidays
Closed
Frequently Asked Questions
Got a questions? We’re here to answer! If you don’t see your question here, drop us a line on our Contact page.
Handy requires a full valid NZ, International or approved overseas driver’s licence to rent a vehicle. A full Car Drivers Licence is all that is required for most Handy vehicles
Driving a truck can be different to a car because its bigger, however all of the features work exactly the same. Please see Ensuring a Safe Trip for safety tips you should follow.
Yes all of our vans and trucks are automatic.
You are required to be at least 21 years old on a full car license to drive our vehicles.
In the unlikely event you encounter an emergency, you can call for 24 Hour Emergency Roadside Assistance, if the vehicle is not in a safe spot to do so, call the emergency services on 111 right away.
Simply call us in advance and we’ll make every effort to accommodate your needs, however your proffered vehicle or date may not always be available, so do this as soon as you can.
Helping Kiwis Move across New Zealand Since 1989!
Thousands of Kiwis have been driving Handy Rentals for over 30 years. We believe good old fashioned service with good quality, clean and tidy vehicles keeps our customers coming back year after year. In fact, 100% of our customers independently surveyed rate us as either excellent or outstanding, a fact we’re pretty chuffed about.
Help & Advice
Handy Rentals are here for you every step of the way, allowing you have the freedom to enjoy your journey.
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Roadside Assistance
A service that can help when you have vehicle trouble on the side of the road, in a parking lot, at work or even at home. Read more » -
Driving in New Zealand
Before you begin your move, it is a good idea to learn about what is different about driving in New Zealand. Read more »
