A PHV driver has disputed a rental charge after claiming a Kia K3 suffered from transmission slippage, affecting fuel efficiency. The vehicle, rented for use in private-hire operations, eventually broke down and had to be towed. Driver Stomper Quin See, who has operated as a PHV driver for nearly a decade, reported the issue to the rental shop. The shop conducted tests but found no fault with the transmission. The driver argues the vehicle's performance was compromised before the breakdown. The dispute centers on whether the rental company is responsible for the increased fuel costs. The driver has not yet received a resolution from the rental shop. The incident highlights potential issues with vehicle maintenance and rental agreements in the private-hire sector. The case remains under review.