Car rental guides
Practical answers to the questions travellers ask before they book.
Car Rental Insurance Explained: CDW, Excess and Cover
A plain-language guide to CDW, theft protection, excess and third-party liability when renting a car abroad, and how to avoid paying twice.
Manual vs Automatic Rental Cars Abroad: Which Should You Book?
Should you rent a manual or an automatic abroad? Costs, availability, hills and how to decide for your destination.
Do You Need an International Driving Permit to Rent?
When an International Driving Permit (IDP) is required for car rentals abroad, how to get one and what to carry.
How to Avoid Hidden Car Rental Fees Abroad
Airport surcharges, fuel policies, young-driver fees, cross-border charges and tolls: how to avoid surprise costs on a rental car.