Car hire guides: Index
Our guides give you the facts about car hire so you can make an informed choice when you compare rental companies.
Car hire excess insurance
Car hire excess insurance pays for a high excess when your hire car gets damaged or stolen. This can be particularly useful when hiring a car overseas.
Saving money on car hire
Follow our money-saving tips for hiring a car to get a great deal and avoid paying over-the-odds for rental, excesses, fuel and more.
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ABTA protection
The Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) can offer valuable services and support to supplement travel insurance if you've been left unhappy with a holiday experience.
ABTA protection »Guide to driving abroad
Know the legal and insurance requirements if you're driving abroad, including specific information on driving in Europe and Green Cards.
Guide to driving abroad »
Guide to good driving
Brush up on good driving tips in order to stay safe on the road.
Guide to good driving »
MyLicence: IIADD database
The Insurance Industry Access to Driver Data (IIADD) database, branded as MyLicence, could lead to cheaper car hire prices.
Pet insurance when travelling
The right pet insurance can offer protection when travelling with your animal and/or holiday cover to insure the cost of the vacation itself.
Pet insurance when travelling »
Using credit cards for holidays
What are the benefits and drawbacks of using a credit card to purchase your holiday and for your spending when you're abroad? Also take a look at our page on credit cards tailored for foreign usage.
Using credit cards for holidays »
What to do if your car breaks down
Find out what to do if your car has mechanical trouble.
What to do if your car breaks down »
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