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.
Preparing Notes for a Work Trip
Start by writing down the details of your work trip before you make contact. List the dates you need the car, including the exact start and finish, and note whether the schedule could shift by a day. Record the driver details for anyone who will be behind the wheel, and note where the car needs to be, whether that is a collection from a set location or delivery to your workplace or another address. Sketch the itinerary in order, with appointment times, contact names and phone numbers at each stop, and mark which commitments are fixed. If colleagues are travelling with you, count them and their bags, and note any equipment such as samples or display materials with rough dimensions. These notes give the team everything needed to confirm a vehicle group, delivery or collection options and price.
Packing Lists for a Short Break
What will you actually bring on a short break, and will it fit your plans? A written packing list settles the question early. Note one bag per traveller as a starting point, then add shared items such as a cool box, walking boots or a folded pushchair, estimating the space each takes. Measure anything bulky you intend to bring, like a roof rack accessory or a set of skis, and record the dimensions rather than guessing. Mark which items you want within reach during the drive and which can be stowed out of the way. If you plan to shop before heading home, note the extra room you expect to need on the return leg. Sharing your passenger numbers and luggage list when you request a quote helps the team confirm the right vehicle group for your dates.
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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.















