The Story of SilverDrive: From One Driver in Amsterdam to Private Chauffeurs Across Europe

SilverDrive started with one driver, one car and a simple irritation: somewhere between the rise of ride-hailing apps and hurried airport shuttles, the profession of the private chauffeur got lost. This is the story of how a personal driver from Amsterdam decided to bring it back.

Fascinated by mobility from day one

Founder Joshua Faerber grew up obsessed with everything that moves. Trains, airplanes, cars. He trained as a mechanic, but turning wrenches did not satisfy him for long. He wanted to work with people, not just machines. The driving world, where his father had already built a strong reputation, was the obvious next step.

Why Uber was the inspiration, in a strange way

Ride-hailing made getting a car easy. It also made the experience forgettable. A driver you never see again, a car that smells like the last ride, a price that changes with the weather. Joshua’s idea was the opposite: a chauffeur who knows your name, your preferred route and how you take your coffee. Class, elegance and comfort, the way the profession used to work.

From Safe&Well to SilverDrive

He first ran his service under the name Safe&Well Personal Drivers, building a loyal client base in Amsterdam and an international network along the way. As demand grew beyond the Netherlands, the company needed a name that travels well. That became SilverDrive. Today our chauffeurs drive clients through the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and France, with regular work in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Den Haag, Paris and Düsseldorf.

Where SilverDrive stands in 2026

A lot has changed since those first rides. A few things we are proud of:

• A fleet that now includes the Mercedes S-Class, Maybach, EQS, EQV, V-Class and the BMW i7, plus group vehicles like the Sprinter and Setra coach. See the full fleet here.
• Our own SilverDrive app, so regular clients can request a chauffeur in under a minute.
• Partnerships with the Schiphol VIP Center and Jet Aviation Amsterdam for private jet and VIP terminal transfers.
• A 4.7 rating on Trustpilot, built ride by ride.

The mission has not changed

A chauffeur is more than a driver. A good ride is the difference between arriving drained and arriving ready. Our chauffeurs handle the traffic, the parking, the timing and the luggage so you can prepare for your meeting, call your family or simply close your eyes for twenty minutes. That was the mission in the beginning and it still is.

Experience it yourself

The story is nice. The ride is better. Book your private chauffeur here or read more about SilverDrive.

Frequently asked questions

Who founded SilverDrive?

SilverDrive was founded in Amsterdam by Joshua Faerber, who started as a personal driver under the name Safe&Well Personal Drivers before expanding across Europe as SilverDrive.

Where does SilverDrive operate?

SilverDrive is based in Amsterdam and provides private chauffeur services across the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France and other European destinations.

What makes SilverDrive different from a taxi or Uber?

Fixed transparent prices, professionally trained chauffeurs, a luxury fleet including Mercedes S-Class and Maybach, and a personal approach where the chauffeur adapts to your schedule and preferences.

How do I book a SilverDrive chauffeur?

You can book online at silverdrive.nl/book-now in about three minutes, or request a chauffeur instantly through the SilverDrive app for iOS and Android.