Tips To Save Money On Your Rental Car
Going on holiday is something we look forward to, with many of us working and saving all year for a much needed vacation.
So it stands to reason that we would want to stretch our dollar so we can enjoy as many things on our holiday as we can.
Below are some ways we can save money on a car hire in New Zealand: Book Early This is by far the best way to be assured of the best price.
Booking as far in advance as you can means you have full choice of the rental fleet ensuring you can hire the vehicle best suited to your requirements rather than possibly being forced to choose a vehicle larger than you need.
Additionally booking early also gives you access to early bird specials that might be offered.
Added Extras Choose a car hire company that doesn't charge for optional extras such as mobile phone charger, child car seat, GPS, and snow chains.
You'll need snow chains in New Zealand during the winter months of June, July and August, particularly if you plan to spend part of your holidays skiing, or travelling near the central plateau in the North Island or the Southern Alps in South Island.
Travel In The Off-Season If you aren't restricted by school terms, and can choose to travel when it suits you then travelling during the off-season will mean lower rates for not only car hire but also accommodation, and attractions.
Off-peak in New Zealand is during the school term, in spring, and autumn.
Winter and summer are both considered peak season, particularly summer which is December, January, and February and this is not only the festive season but when the schools have their longest break.
Relocation Many rental car companies require their vehicles to be transported from one city to another and this can be a great way save on your rental costs.
If you are able to have flexible travel arrangements it can be a great way to travel without the usual expense.
Often the travel will be between the main centres of Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, and Queenstown, but can also be from smaller satellite regions such as Hawkes Bay, Taranaki, Nelson, and the West Coast.
Fuel Options Being wise about where to purchase fuel, driving economically, and mapping your route are all good options to ensure your fuel dollars go further.
The car hire company may also provide information and discount vouchers.
New Zealand supermarkets - Countdown and New World in particular, offer fuel discounts on their till receipts so these are also a good idea to utilise during your trip.
So it stands to reason that we would want to stretch our dollar so we can enjoy as many things on our holiday as we can.
Below are some ways we can save money on a car hire in New Zealand: Book Early This is by far the best way to be assured of the best price.
Booking as far in advance as you can means you have full choice of the rental fleet ensuring you can hire the vehicle best suited to your requirements rather than possibly being forced to choose a vehicle larger than you need.
Additionally booking early also gives you access to early bird specials that might be offered.
Added Extras Choose a car hire company that doesn't charge for optional extras such as mobile phone charger, child car seat, GPS, and snow chains.
You'll need snow chains in New Zealand during the winter months of June, July and August, particularly if you plan to spend part of your holidays skiing, or travelling near the central plateau in the North Island or the Southern Alps in South Island.
Travel In The Off-Season If you aren't restricted by school terms, and can choose to travel when it suits you then travelling during the off-season will mean lower rates for not only car hire but also accommodation, and attractions.
Off-peak in New Zealand is during the school term, in spring, and autumn.
Winter and summer are both considered peak season, particularly summer which is December, January, and February and this is not only the festive season but when the schools have their longest break.
Relocation Many rental car companies require their vehicles to be transported from one city to another and this can be a great way save on your rental costs.
If you are able to have flexible travel arrangements it can be a great way to travel without the usual expense.
Often the travel will be between the main centres of Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, and Queenstown, but can also be from smaller satellite regions such as Hawkes Bay, Taranaki, Nelson, and the West Coast.
Fuel Options Being wise about where to purchase fuel, driving economically, and mapping your route are all good options to ensure your fuel dollars go further.
The car hire company may also provide information and discount vouchers.
New Zealand supermarkets - Countdown and New World in particular, offer fuel discounts on their till receipts so these are also a good idea to utilise during your trip.