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.
How the right vehicle is confirmed
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.
Packing lists for a short break
Choosing what to bring on a short break is the first practical decision, and a written list keeps it simple. Note how many people are travelling and what each person plans to pack, from weekend bags to sports equipment or a folded pushchair. If you expect bulky items such as ski gear or a bicycle box, measure them and record the dimensions, since this helps narrow the choice between a compact car and an estate or SUV. Write down your departure and return dates, your destination address and a contact number there, plus a rough itinerary of what you intend to do. Sharing these details with the team when you ask for a quote lets them talk through the vehicle groups on offer.
Details worth gathering for a longer stay
An extended trip usually needs a little more preparation, and it starts with the dates. Note not only the start and end of the hire but also any possibility of extending, and record who will drive throughout the stay. List the passengers and their combined luggage, counting each suitcase and bag and noting anything oversized, so the team can advise on people carriers or estates if needed. Write down your accommodation address and a named contact there who could handle delivery or collection of the car. If you expect to make day trips, sketch the places you hope to visit and roughly when. Any remaining questions about delivery options or vehicle groups can go into your enquiry.
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Things to check 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.















