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Main Points to consider in Car Hire:

  • Your Driving Licence and other required documents.
    DON'T FORGET YOUR PASSPORT!
  • The number of passengers to and from the airport.
  • The amount of luggage (and goodies going back).
  • The normal number of car users on any one trip.
  • The number of 'drivers' driving the car.
  • The Make and Model of the desired car.
  • The amount of mileage you expect to cover.
  • The deposit required on the car being hired.
  • The excess charge required on damage, or accidents.
  • The basic day,  weekly, or period rental charges.
  • Any mileage, or other supplementary charges.
  • The estimated petrol costs for the holiday.

On taking charge of the vehicle, Check:

  • Check the initial condition of the car:
  • Note & report any scratches & dents - inside & out.
  • Check that the is car generally road-worthy.
  • Check lights and that there is a warning triangle.
  • Do the window washers and  flashers work.
  • Is there a good spare wheel and jack/ tools.

Check & retain the Hire & Insurance Documents.

  • Do these document refer to you and other drivers.
  • Do the documents give Make & Registration of the car.
  • Keep the documents with you, not in the car.
  • What number do you call if the car breaks down?
    (Normally the Hire Company or their Motoring Service)

Please Note:

The Spanish authorities are very hot on vehicle and licence document legalities and also on road traffic accidents. Ensure you have all the documents, bonds and insurances required by the authorities and also those advisable to protect yourself from litigation and detention.

 

It is advised that you contact your AA, RAC, or any other motoring organisation, to get the up-to-date motoring requirements for Europe, and Spain in particular.

 
                 

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Last modified: November 25, 2002