Our History

At Valpi Rent, we believe that mobility should be simple, flexible, and hassle-free. We are a Portuguese car rental company that combines experience, innovation, and proximity, offering rental solutions tailored to each client. We aim to make mobility accessible with transparency, efficiency, and quality service, ensuring that every journey is safe and stress-free. To achieve this, we provide a modern and diverse fleet suitable for private customers, companies, and professionals. Whether it’s for a leisure trip, a temporary need, or a business partnership, we strive to offer the most suitable solution.

Our Values

Trust

We are part of a business group with a proven track record since 1926. Our solidity and experience provide confidence in every rental.

Personalization

We serve both private customers and companies, offering tailored solutions for different durations, needs, and user profiles. People serving people.

Transparency

We communicate clearly and honestly: prices, coverages and extras without surprises - because trust is also built on transparency.

Quality

We operate a young, comfortable, and reliable fleet, with an average age of less than 11 months, ensuring a superior driving experience.

Innovation

We invest in technology to make renting simple, fast, and digital — from booking to delivery.

Proximity and Flexibility

We are present where others are not. We adapt to our customers’ schedules and locations, offering practical and convenient solutions.

Our Journey

Foundation

Start of activity with investment from textile entrepreneurs; brand launched as Opção Rent-a-Car, headquartered in Porto.

1992

1994

Professionalization

Sale of the company to a tourism-sector entrepreneur, with the headquarters relocated to Amarante.

Corporate Market

Initial business focus on the corporate segment, through partnerships for replacement vehicle delivery with the insurance group now FIDELIDADE and with ACP (Automóvel Clube de Portugal).

1996

2008

Integration into the VALPI GROUP

Economic and financial crisis affects the company. VALPI GROUP leverages the moment to expand into this business area, evolving from its established mobility portfolio in passenger transport.

Investment & Innovation

Five years under the VALPI Group, a major investment was made in in-house software, allowing full independence from standardized market solutions and resulting in a differentiated rental market offering.

2013

2015

Car Sales: Launch of Valpi Motor

With the growth of its own fleet, an opportunity arose to create a direct-to-consumer (B2C) sales channel for end-of-service vehicles. To distinguish the businesses, the Valpi Motor brand was launched.

Rebranding

At this stage, the Opção Rent-a-Car brand was discontinued, and the Valpi Rent brand was launched, strengthening the connection to the VALPI GROUP for greater market recognition and trust.

2017

2018

Expansion to Lisbon

The corporate market demands a more national presence. To maintain delivery quality, Valpi Rent establishes its own operational base in Greater Lisbon and opens more than 10 desks in the area.

Adaptation and Resilience

The challenging years of the pandemic mark Valpi Rent’s journey as proof of the success of its business model. The company’s delivery of new solutions adapted to the various challenges of that period led to the fleet quadrupling between 2020 and 2022!

2020

2026

Continuous Innovation

Investment in new solutions is a core focus at Valpi Rent. Beyond the fully digitalized rental process, various solutions are launched for both private and corporate clients to provide a better and more modern rental experience, from a complete online customer area to service kiosks at all desks.

Our Numbers

2500+

Fleet Vehicles

35+

Rental Stations in Portugal

700+

Corporate Customers

23

Years of Experience

O que dizem What our customers say

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“Customer-oriented service, any issue is always resolved quickly. We have never had any complaints with Valpi Rent, it is a partner we are proud to recommend. Total satisfaction and a long-term partnership. ”

Vítor Nunes

Network Manager, Allianz World Partners

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“An exemplary experience with Valpi Rent. Professional, fast, and personalized service, always attentive to customer needs. A simple, transparent, and precise rental process. A reliable, competent, and customer-focused company. Maximum satisfaction and a trusted partnership. ”

Vítor Poças

President of AIMMP, the Portuguese Association of Wood and Furniture Industries

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“All rentals with Valpi Rent have gone as smoothly as possible. Our account manager is extremely efficient and responsive, always available at the distance of a message. Any question that arises is promptly clarified, making the rental process very simple and hassle-free. ”

Direção Geral

Empatia – Archaeology, Conservation and Restoration

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“Working with Valpi Rent ensures excellence and top-level professionals. The corporate managers go above and beyond, at any time, making the impossible possible. Our relationship has evolved from client–supplier to a true partnership and friendship. ”

Ricardo Torres

Fleet Manager, Nabeiro Group

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“I would like to thank our corporate manager and Valpi Rent for their impeccable service. Always patient with last-minute situations and cancellations. Rentals are handled quickly and seamlessly. I rate the entire service five stars. ”

Miguel Monteiro

Fleet Operations Specialist, SL Benfica

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“My experience with Valpi Rent has been extremely positive. Excellent service, with availability, friendliness, and professionalism. A fast, clear, and efficient process. A trusted partner known for quality and customer care. ”

Beatriz Coelho

Logistics Technician, Silva & Vinha

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