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.
Working Out Driver Preferences
The starting point is a short written list: the dates the car is needed, the names and licence details of every driver, and the address for delivery or collection. Add the preferences that matter to you, such as a preference for an automatic, the amount of luggage space required, and whether the journey is mostly short local runs or longer stretches of driving. If more than one person will drive, note how the time behind the wheel will be shared. Recording these details in advance makes it easier to explain your needs when you enquire. There may still be open questions, including which vehicle groups are available for your chosen dates and what the delivery or collection arrangements would be, and these can be put to the team alongside your quote request.
Preparing for a Work Trip
A work trip brings its own checklist. Note the appointment dates and times, the addresses involved, and any equipment or samples that need to travel with you, including their dimensions if they are bulky. Consider whether clients or colleagues will be passengers, and record their names and pickup points if so. An executive saloon or an estate may suit different versions of this trip, so it is worth listing the luggage each person expects. Add the contact details of whoever you are meeting, in case plans need adjusting, and note any preferred arrival buffer. When you ask for a quote, present these details and ask which vehicle groups would suit your dates, what delivery or collection options exist, and whether anything about the trip needs clarifying before the booking is made.
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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.















