https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/car hire trends/ Car Hire Trends News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T12:23:35+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/over-a-quarter-of-car-hirers-have-experienced-a-hard-sell-at-the-car-rental/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/over-a-quarter-of-car-hirers-have-experienced-a-hard-sell-at-the-car-rental/ Two-fifths (42%) of car hirers feel pressured by sales agents when they pick up a hire car, rising to almost half (49%) of under 34s, and more than a quarter (28%) say they have experienced a hard sell at the car rental desk, according to a new Opinium survey of hire car drivers by iCarhireinsurance.com, a leading provider of car hire excess insurance. Wed, 03 Aug 2022 01:00:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-fifth-of-car-hirers-find-existing-damage-not-marked-on-check-out-sheet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-fifth-of-car-hirers-find-existing-damage-not-marked-on-check-out-sheet/ Almost a fifth of car hirers found existing damage on a hire car at pick-up that was not marked on the rental company’s check-out sheet, according to a new survey. Thu, 28 Jul 2022 07:10:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/car-hire-prces-soar-this-half-term/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/car-hire-prces-soar-this-half-term/ A new study of car hire costs in Europe this May half term reveals that the average price to hire a car has rocketed to £344 a week, compared to just £199 in 2019, an increase of £145. Tue, 17 May 2022 10:37:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-calls-for-an-end-to-rip-off-car-hire-charges/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-calls-for-an-end-to-rip-off-car-hire-charges/ Which? and Spanish consumer group, OCU, call on car hire companies to end all unexpected extra charges and play fair with their fuel policies, as Which? research finds that many tourists are getting a raw deal when hiring a car in Spain. Sat, 14 Jun 2014 04:00:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/carhiremarket.com-reveals-brits-favour-car-hire-over-public-transport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/carhiremarket.com-reveals-brits-favour-car-hire-over-public-transport/ A survey carried out by carhiremarket.com, today reveals that Brits favour car hire over public transport when holidaying abroad. 58% of Brits would rather travel around in a hired vehicle due to confusing transport systems, lack of language understand and fear of getting lost. Thu, 22 Sep 2011 18:00:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/italians-are-worst-drivers-in-europe-say-brits/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/italians-are-worst-drivers-in-europe-say-brits/ British holiday makers believe Italians to be the worst drivers in Europe, according to a survey commissioned by leading car hire comparison site carhiremarket.com. Wed, 30 Mar 2011 08:30:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/car-rental-industry-encouraged-to-focus-on-economic-social-environmental-su/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/car-rental-industry-encouraged-to-focus-on-economic-social-environmental-su/ For car rental companies, operating sustainably isn’t just about protecting the environment. It’s about ensuring the future of the industry for the long term. Tue, 15 Mar 2011 09:14:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spain-lowers-speed-limit-check-before-you-hire-a-car-abroad/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spain-lowers-speed-limit-check-before-you-hire-a-car-abroad/ Driving Abroad – things to know before you go! Tue, 08 Mar 2011 19:25:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/car-rental-firms-increase-excess-charges-on-hire-cars/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/car-rental-firms-increase-excess-charges-on-hire-cars/ Research from moneymaxim.co.uk, home to the UK’s only car hire insurance comparison service, shows that car rental companies are increasing the excess charges renters are liable for. Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:49:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/be-prepared-for-driving-your-hire-car-abroad-this-winter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/be-prepared-for-driving-your-hire-car-abroad-this-winter/ For those preparing to beat the blues with a ski break this winter, it may also be time to think about how you’ll tackle driving in snow and icy conditions before you hire a car for your fly-drive holiday. Fri, 10 Dec 2010 09:38:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leading-travel-site-asap.co.uk-helps-people-save-on-car-hire-in-malaga/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leading-travel-site-asap.co.uk-helps-people-save-on-car-hire-in-malaga/ Anyone who is heading to Malaga for a sunshine break this autumn is now able to save money on car hire thanks to the latest deals from specialist site Asap.co.uk. Wed, 27 Oct 2010 17:20:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/car-rentals-is-as-easy-as-a-click-with-www.taxiguide.in/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/car-rentals-is-as-easy-as-a-click-with-www.taxiguide.in/ Thanks to www.taxiGUIDE.in Now Car Rentals is as easy as a Click. taxiGUIDE.in provides customers the option to compare vehicles, operators and pricing, to make an intelligent and informed booking online, based on vehicle availability. Thu, 21 Oct 2010 14:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hertz-seals-dollar-thrifty-take-over/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hertz-seals-dollar-thrifty-take-over/ The board of Dollar Thrifty has accepted a higher offer from car rental giant Hertz. The revised takeover deal is worth about $1.56 billion in stock and cash, and trumps a rival offer from Avis Budget. Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:52:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-could-be-saved-by-uk-drivers-visiting-the-usa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-could-be-saved-by-uk-drivers-visiting-the-usa/   * £280M SPENT by US holidaymakers ON Car hire insurance   * £169m COULD BE SAVED IF cover BOUGHT IN ADVANCE   * British drivers urged to ‘buy before they fly’ Wed, 18 Aug 2010 11:46:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/blue-valley-car-hire-report-rental-car-shortages-in-the-algarve/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/blue-valley-car-hire-report-rental-car-shortages-in-the-algarve/ A widespread rental car shortage at Faro Airport in the Algarve is causing concern for tourists visiting this popular holiday region this summer. Matt May from Blue Valley Car Hire describes the situation. Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:04:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avis-europe-to-boost-coffers-with-150m-rights-issue/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avis-europe-to-boost-coffers-with-150m-rights-issue/ Shares in Avis Europe have fallen sharply after the car giant announced that it is to carry out a £151m rights issue in a bid to bolster its balance sheet. Fri, 25 Jun 2010 10:47:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nbta-supports-bipartisan-bill-to-end-discriminatory-taxes-on-rental-car-cus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nbta-supports-bipartisan-bill-to-end-discriminatory-taxes-on-rental-car-cus/ Excise Taxes Hurt Business Travelers, Local Economies Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:45:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/competition-in-car-hire-insurance-market-drives-prices-down/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/competition-in-car-hire-insurance-market-drives-prices-down/ Find out how to save money when you hire a car this summer with moneymaxim.co.uk, the UK’s only car hire insurance search engine. Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:04:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/car-hire-companies-failing-holidaymakers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/car-hire-companies-failing-holidaymakers/ Car hire companies are failing customers when it comes to providing affordable car hire insurance, new research from moneymaxim.co.uk reveals. Thu, 13 May 2010 14:17:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hertz-acquires-dollar-thrifty-for-1.2-billion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hertz-acquires-dollar-thrifty-for-1.2-billion/ Hertz, the world’s largest car rental market, has agreed to buy its smaller rival Dollar Thrifty for $1.2 billion in a deal that heralds significant consolidation within the sector. The deal will strengthen Hertz’s share of the leisure market by adding another 1,550 locations to its global portfolio. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 03:36:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/launch-of-the-uks-first-car-hire-insurance-comparison-search-engine/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/launch-of-the-uks-first-car-hire-insurance-comparison-search-engine/ The UK’s first car hire insurance comparison search engine has been launched. From money saving comparison service www.moneymaxim.co.uk the unique service can save anyone renting a car at home or abroad a substantial sum of money. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 09:28:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/motorcyle-hire-growth-thanks-to-commuters/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/motorcyle-hire-growth-thanks-to-commuters/ Though it will never rival car hire in terms of volume, motorcycle hire is growing in popularity. While car hire caters to families and all kinds of customers, motorcycle hire tends to be the preserve of singles and couples who are looking to have a good time. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:46:13 +0000