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.
Picking a suitable car
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.
Writing Down Your Details Before Requesting a Quote
Before you contact the team, it helps to have a short written list ready. Note the dates you want the car, including both the start and end, and whether those could shift by a day if your plans change. Record the driver details you will be asked for, such as names and licence information, plus the address or collection point where the vehicle is needed. If several people will share the driving, list their details too. You might also jot down why you need the car, whether that is commuting, a family visit or a weekend trip, since the purpose can influence which vehicle group suits you. Finally, write any questions you still have, perhaps about delivery timing or handover arrangements, so nothing is forgotten during the call.
Planning Your Return Journey in Advance
If your hire covers a round trip, sketch out both legs before you book. Consider when you will give the car back and whether that timing sits comfortably with your last commitment, whether it is a flight, a family lunch or a work appointment. Note who needs the vehicle on which days if the booking spans a shared itinerary, and check that everyone's plans align with the dates you supply. It may be worth recording the address where the car will be returned and any alternative drop-off point if your plans finish elsewhere. Where a delay is possible, perhaps a late evening or an early morning return, write that down as a question for the team rather than assuming it is permitted. Having the return details settled early keeps the enquiry straightforward.
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Last checks before booking
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.















