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A bird's eye view of a pick-up truck driving along a coastal road in Kefalonia, Greece with calm blue sea

8 min read

Your essential checklist when hiring a car

Renting a hire car can be a headache if you don’t plan properly

Published 14 March 2018

Aerial view of a single car driving along a bridge that runs alongside a cliff face and the Tasman Sea

7 min read

10 top tips to save money on your car hire

Hiring a car on your holiday this year? Keep your car hire cheap with our expert tips to save money …

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By Steph Marinkovic

Updated 8 June 2023

Motion blur on a single car as it speeds along a winding countryside road in the Scottish Borders

5 min read

Car hire classes explained: What is the right category for you?

Can you tell the difference between a compact and economy car? If you just can’t wrap your head arou…

Published 7 June 2019

A young girl leans on her broken-down car with the bonnet open as she phones for help along the side of a road during sunset

5 min read

What is car hire excess insurance – and do I need it?

We spoke to the experts at iCarhireinsurance to find out what this essential cover protects you from…

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By Cathy Toogood

Updated 31 January 2023

A grey car stopped on the side of the road with a dent at rear right side of the car

6 min read

The ultimate guide to car hire insurance

Knowing the ins and outs of your car hire insurance can save you hassle and money when renting a car…

Updated 23 July 2020

9 of the best road trips in Britain and Ireland

The UK and Ireland are jam-packed with jaw-dropping scenery that’s just waiting to be explored. And one of the best ways to experience it? A good old-fashioned road trip, of course! Here's nine.

7 car hire rip-offs and how to avoid them

Without a little planning when you hire a car, you could end up wasting money. Read our guide to find out how to avoid common rip-offs when hiring a car!

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