Why Car Hire is Ideal for Your Christmas Break
As the festive season draws near it’s time to start thinking about your travel plans. Whether you’re off visiting relatives for a few days or looking to escape to somewhere more remote, you’ll need to be on top of your game to make sure everything goes smoothly.
Sorting out your transport is one of the most important considerations to make, so this month we’re looking at how car hire can be the ideal solution for your short Christmas break, providing a simple and efficient way to enjoy your travels no matter where you’re heading.
Variety
If you forgo car hire you won’t have much choice when it comes to the kind of vehicle you’ll be travelling in and you may have to put up with a car not fully suited to your needs. You might require something that offers more space, if you’re carrying extra passengers or need room for luggage or gifts, for example.
Car rental gives you access to a large fleet of vehicles, from economy 3 doors to MPVs, 4x4s and more, so you have plenty of choice to find the perfect vehicle for your specific requirements. It makes sense to make use of a more spacious, robust car for a few days instead of having to sacrifice space or functionality.
For longer treks, comfort is key, especially if you’re taking kids with you. A rental car might offer something more pleasant or luxurious, which will be greatly welcome during what is often an incredibly stressful time of year. It’s definitely worth getting in touch with a professional car hire firm in advance to discuss your requirements, see what cars are available and reserve a vehicle perfectly suited to you.
High-quality vehicles
The winter months can be brutal on your car, with low temperatures and extreme weather conditions interfering with important components like the battery, leading to higher breakdown rates. If your car isn’t equipped to face the bombardment of snow, ice and cold, your journey will be much tougher on you and your vehicle. There will be a marked difference between chugging along in a car that hasn’t been properly serviced or maintained for a good while, and renting a regularly maintained car that is less than a year old. One will be much better suited to more extreme conditions, offering improved reliability and efficiency over the other, giving you valuable peace of mind during the treacherous conditions.
Choosing to rent a car this Christmas means you don’t have to worry about failing components, from an old battery failing to charge to your heating giving up the ghost at the worst possible moment. If you’re worried about the condition of your own vehicle and would rather play it safe on the winter roads, a rental car is just what you’re looking for.
Convenience
Arranging everything during the holidays can be a hassle, and that’s especially true when it comes to your car. It’s a risk to take a car that hasn’t been serviced for a while out on the winter roads, but fitting in an appointment during the final month or so of the year can be difficult as other things take priority. Instead of rushing to get your car up to scratch in time for your break, you can make your life much easier by renting a car.
Book your rental in advance and you can take your time sorting out all the other odds and ends that come up every Christmas. You won’t have to worry about getting the car ready until it’s time to go, and you can even enjoy the delivery of your rental car after working hours. This convenience will help set you off on the right foot, allowing you to start your Christmas break whenever it suits you while enjoying a car that is in top condition and ready to brave the winter weather – all at a competitive price.
Gatwick Car and Van Rental offer an extensive range of high-quality vehicles for short and long term hire. All of our vehicles are regularly maintained and available at competitive prices. We also offer a number of hire deals, including Collision Damage Waiver on all vehicles. If you’re in Crawley or the surrounding area and are in need of convenient, affordable and reliable car hire for your winter break, get in touch with our friendly team today.