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.
Sharing Your Trip Details With Companions
Which details should you share with anyone travelling with you? Start with the basics: the dates you have booked, the vehicle group confirmed, and whether you are collecting the car or having it delivered. It also helps to note who the named drivers are, so everyone understands who can be behind the wheel on each day of the trip. If your companions are planning separate activities, write down the times each person needs the car and where they will be starting from. A shared note or message thread keeps this information in one place and cuts down on repeated questions. You might also record the contact details of anyone you are visiting, so a delay can be passed along quickly rather than leaving people guessing about your arrival.
Choosing Around Driver Preferences
Who will actually drive, and what does that mean for your booking? Before requesting a quote, ask each potential driver what they are comfortable with, since preferences around automatics, seat height and familiar controls vary from person to person. Some drivers may only be free on certain dates, which could shape when you book the car and for how long. If several people share the driving, list their details early so the team can confirm what is needed before you commit. You might also consider whether an estate or people carrier suits the group better, depending on how many passengers and bags are coming along. Noting these points in advance gives you clearer questions to ask and helps you compare vehicle groups with confidence.
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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.















