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.
Deciding on Your Outward and Return Dates
One of the first decisions to settle is whether your return date is fixed or could shift. Before requesting a quote, note the day and time you would like the car delivered or collected, the planned hand-back, and any window of flexibility either side. If the return depends on another event finishing, record that event's expected end time so the team can see the whole picture. It also helps to note where the car should be at each end of the hire, including any change of address for the return. Once these details are written down, they can be passed on with your driver information, and the team can confirm the right vehicle group and price before anything is booked.
Keeping Companions Informed About the Plan
A short written summary keeps everyone travelling with you on the same page. Jot down the hire dates, the pickup or handover arrangement, and the vehicle group you have discussed, then send it to each passenger before departure. If anyone plans to bring extra bags or equipment, ask them to give you the approximate dimensions and number of items so you can pass these on when confirming the car. It is also worth agreeing a contact number for each traveller and noting who will be at the collection point first. Where plans might change on the day, decide in advance how the group will communicate. Any open questions about delivery options or vehicle choice can then be raised with the team before the booking is finalised.
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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.















