We know that renting a car for the first time can sometimes be a daunting thought. That’s why at Avis ‘We Try Harder’ to make that process as smooth, accessible and consumer friendly as possible. We provide rental agreements in a number of different languages and pride ourselves of having transparent and easy to understand pricing that is clear for all to see. I would like to take a moment to explain to you what’s included in your Avis quote when you book a car. Essentially it’s e Read More >>
With Airport car hire a little foresight and planning can really help you to save both time and money. Read our guide below, or get a quote for airport car hire with Avis. Choosing a company You will find that Avis and other premium brands usually have desks in the arrivals terminal, where you can collect your keys or make a reservation on the spot. However, other companies can be a short bus ride away before you even speak to a representative. Bear this in mind when you are weighing up price Read More >>
Driving within the London Congestion Charge zone (07:00-18:00 Monday – Friday) incurs a charge. When you rent a car with Avis it is your responsibility to pay the charge within the delay specified by Transport for London or they will issue you with a penalty charge notice for which you will be liable. Avis do not pay the charge for you so please do ensure you pay to avoid fines. There are no charges on weekends, public holidays, between Christmas Day Read More >>
Avis Home Delivery has been improved to make your life even easier! We now deliver to addresses other than just the home. Book before 12pm and you can request same day delivery! With Avis Delivery and Collection we will deliver to your home, the office, your hotel- wherever is best for you! So have a hassle free start to your journey, wherever it may begin. Organise for delivery in a time slot to suit you and don’t worry about the collection time – we’ll contact you to arrange it. I Read More >>
One of the most common concerns when hiring a car is what to do if you don’t have both parts of your UK driving licence. Whether you have lost your driving licence or overlooked it when packing for your trip, it may still be possible to hire a car with Avis in the UK or abroad without both parts of your licence. The current UK driving licence has two parts – a plastic, credit card-sized photo card licence and a green paper counterpart licence displaying any endorsements. Many people still Read More >>
This spring, renting a car with Avis will be even better value for money, thanks the unexpected holiday bonus over Easter and the Royal Wedding. Savvy Avis customers have already realised that the two back to back bank holidays make it possible to take 11 days holiday while losing only 3 days of your annual leave allowance. Treating yourself to an Avis rental car transforms driving to your destination from a chore into an enjoyable part of the holiday. To help you make the most of this uniqu Read More >>
Renting a car from Avis in Central London is a quick and easy way to get moving, whether you’re driving out and about around the city or using a rental car for a well-earned break in the countryside. But it’s important to remember that even though the car belongs to Avis and not you, any congestion charge it attracts is still your responsibility. Avis advises all its customers using a car in central London that the congestion charge needs to be paid promptly – we would hate for you to h Read More >>
The media is currently awash with reports of soaring fuel prices reaching a record high, and with a further increase due in April (depending on whether the Chancellor George Osborne bows to pressure from motorists) – the British are facing some of the highest prices in the world. At Avis we have been looking to see how you can make your fuel go further when renting a car and we found that Martin Lewis has put together some efficient driving tips on his site moneysavingexpert.com which clai Read More >>
At Avis we know that when it comes to hiring a car, our customers know they want great value, unrivalled service and a comprehensive range. But we also understand that with such an extensive fleet you can be spoilt for choice and deciding which car is exactly right for the trip you’re planning can be hard. That’s why we’ve created a checklist of questions to help make sure the car you rent with Avis fits your needs perfectly. Who’s going? The more people travelling, the bigger the re Read More >>
At Avis, one of our customers has asked us for information on what they need to do to rent and collect a car with Avis at London Stansted Airport. We realised that if one of our customers is unsure then there must be others. Paul Cadwell our Avis Station Leader at London Stansted Airport has written the post below on what you need to do to rent and collect a car from Avis London Stansted Airport. If you are flying into London Stansted Airport and you wish to rent a car from Avis we are perf Read More >>
At Avis, we really do try harder. We pioneered blogging in the car rental world and we aim to make our blog much more than just an information source. You can use our blog to ask questions or tell us what’s important to you when you hire a car. We try harder because we care what you think, so we really do value your feedback.
New to car rentals? Our blog gives you tips and advice on getting the most out of your Avis car hire experience. You can find information about booking and hiring your car, safety tips, and eco driving. We also provide driving advice and the latest news about our fleet.
We understand that hiring a car is just one part of your trip, so our blog covers other aspects of holiday and business travel too. Whether you want to know more about business travel hire conditions, access to location and city guides or ideas for families travelling with children, it’s all here.
But that’s just a taster – find out more about the Avis blog.
