Matching a hire car to your passengers and luggage
Tell the team how many people will travel and how many cases, buggies or bulky bags you expect. Seating and boot space are separate questions. Say whether you need an automatic or are happy with a manual, and mention any child seat request early so it can be checked before you are quoted. Include details for every driver who may take the wheel.
Finding a car to suit the trip
Start with the journey and pick the car to match it. Smaller cars are suited to city driving and short stays, automatics make local driving easier, estates and SUVs give more room for luggage, and people carriers are a better choice for families or small groups. The range available includes the Fiat 500, VW Golf, Ford Focus Estate, Ford Focus Automatic and Hyundai i10 Automatic, subject to dates, driver details and availability. The precise make, model, transmission, seating, payload and licence position are confirmed when you are quoted, so treat the vehicles listed as a guide to the kind of hire on offer rather than a guaranteed reservation of a particular model.
Mapping Out Your Arrival Day
What does your first few hours look like once you pick up the car? Start by jotting down where you need to be and when, whether that is a hotel check-in, a family visit or a meeting. Note the addresses, any reference numbers and the phone numbers of the people expecting you, since plans often shift once you are on the road. If someone is meeting you at a set time, record their name and the best number to reach them on. You can also list any stops where timing matters, such as a collection arranged for a particular window. With this written down, you can share it with the team when confirming your hire and keep it handy during the trip itself.
Choosing Between Car Sizes
Which of the available groups suits your trip? It helps to write a quick list of passengers and everything you plan to bring, including suitcases, pushchairs, sports gear or shopping bags. Estimate the rough dimensions of larger items, such as a folded pram or a set of golf clubs, and count how many bags each traveller will have. An estate might suit a family with several cases, while a compact automatic could work for a solo traveller with one holdall. People carriers are worth considering if the seats need to change between legs of the journey. When you ask for a quote, mention the group you have in mind and your list; the team can then confirm availability and any points worth checking before you book.
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What to confirm on the phone
Before you confirm the hire, check the key details: vehicle availability, driver requirements, mileage, insurance, delivery or collection arrangements and any extras you have asked for, along with driver age, licence history, the deposit, the insurance excess and any travel abroad. A clear request gives the date, the length of hire, the rough route, the delivery or pickup address, the expected passengers or load, and any particular requirements that might affect which vehicle is suitable.















