In 2026, Drivania Chauffeurs turns twenty-five. A milestone like this usually triggers a look at the data, but for us, it’s a moment to look at the remarkable people who’ve shaped our journey and the positive moments we’ve all created along the way. It’s a reflection on the chauffeurs, the Travel Agents, the Executive Assistants, Private Jet Operators, Personal Concierges, Event Planners, and the millions of passengers who turned a small vision into a global brand.
Few know that our story didn’t start in a boardroom. It started in a cramped storage room tucked behind an office on the outskirts of Barcelona. We were two young founders with a second-hand computer, an aging fax machine, and a vision that was far bigger than our budget. It was early August 2001—the start of a long journey.
We were “bootstrappers” in the truest sense. There were no outside investors or easy shortcuts. Back then, we weren’t thinking about conquering the world—we simply chose places where we could genuinely ensure the service was excellent. Our firm conviction was that a premium chauffeur experience should be consistent and reliable, so whether in Madrid or London, the quality and discretion felt the same.
Wherever you needed us, we went
In those early years, our expansion was always organic and client-led. When we started noticing that customers were requesting rides in locations we didn’t yet serve—and that those requests were becoming a clear, growing trend—we immediately allocated resources to travel there, meet and welcome the drivers in person, and inspect the vehicles ourselves. This was to ensure we could deliver the same reliable, high-quality service. Trust is personal. We refused to vet chauffeurs over the phone or via email. For fifteen years, we didn’t pay out dividends; we reinvested every cent back into the network, making sure we never grew faster than our quality could keep up with.
Today, that same philosophy allows us to deliver highly reliable services in more than 350 cities worldwide, supported by a dedicated Supplier Relations Team that continuously ensures our global chauffeur network meets the highest standards of compliance, reliability, and safety.
Tech with a human pulse
Realizing that our clients needed more than just a ride, we moved away from the “broker” model in 2006 to build our own proprietary system. Now, after twenty years of refinement, our technology handles the complexity of global travel—tracking and invoicing—with total precision. But as the world becomes more digital, we’re doubling down on our most valuable asset: human care. Our engineers make the technology disappear into the background so that our support team can do what code can’t—focusing on the people and reinforcing the personal bonds we share with travel organizers, global travelers, and chauffeurs across 350 cities.
Looking ahead to 2026
We aren’t just celebrating the past; we’re focused on what’s next. As part of a strategic improvement program to position Drivania as the world’s strongest name in secure private transportation, we are rolling out three carefully calibrated advancements—details of which will unfold progressively in the months ahead:
- A brand new Booking Platform: We are days away from launching a fully rebuilt reservation system. Far more than cosmetic, this next-generation interface has been designed with direct client input to deliver enhanced usability, intuitive flows, and sophisticated features. This will enrich every interaction with Drivania while saving time and reducing friction for all travel organizers who need to book and manage chauffeured rides every day.
- AI-enhanced Knowledge Access: This year we will be launching smart AI based on decades of finished trips, solved problems, and happy journeys. This will empower clients with instant, spot-on answers straight from us—on destinations, cars, chauffeurs, availability, prices, travel times, and anything else clients need. The result: quick access to reliable, Drivania-owned business intelligence to empower clients to handle any request faster than ever before.
- More personalized Customer Support: We will be rolling out a dedicated Personalization Program for clients needing deeper customization or longer assignments. By building closer relationships through dedicated Account Managers, we will be able to anticipate needs, reduce friction, and deliver more tailored journeys—especially on full-day and multi-day assignments, where longer journeys tend to include more details and complexities.
A note of thanks
To our team, especially those who have been with us for the long haul, thank you. Your loyalty is our foundation.
And finally, to you, our Client: thank you for trusting us, for challenging us, and for the candid feedback that kept us sharp. You are the reason we started this 25 years ago, and you are the reason we’re still excited to see where the road leads next.