Hiring a car or van

Article Abstract:

Cars were hired and deals evaluated from members of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association: Avis, British Car Rental, Budget, Eurodollar, Europcar and Hertz, and from small independent firms. Vans were hired from Budget, Eurodollar, Kenning and Smith Self Drive. Three in five cars and vans hired had serious problems. Estimates may or may not include VAT and different levels of insurance. Prices vary considerably, but haggling is worthwhile. The best deal came from Budget.

Contracts, Automobiles

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Car hire dangers abroad: Hiring a clapped-out, or even lethal, car while on holiday is all too common

Article Abstract:

30 cars were hired in Crete and 30 in the Costa del Sol to test their efficiency and safety. Two out of every five cars inspect were found to be unsafe, with eighteen of 30 cars in Crete condemned by a mechanic as dangerous. More than a quarter of th 60 cars lacked pre-hire checks, and of the 15 cars hired from big multinational companies, four were found to be dangerous. A guide to choosing the best deal when hiring cars abroad is provided.

Safety and security measures

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Hire education

Article Abstract:

An anonymous investigation of vehicle hire firms assesses the quality of their service and rates the roadworthiness of the vehicles. Some 11 rental chains and 30 independent firms were surveyed to see where the best deal was being offered. In most cases, staff were helpful but could have given more information. Of the 58 vehicles hired, two were unsafe and nearly half were in an unsatisfactory state. Details of the survey are presented.

United Kingdom, Purchasing

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