The Benefits of Hiring Compared to Owning a Car
Having a car available for use does not always mean owning one and there are alternatives to this. Hiring a car is a great option to consider for those that need private transport, and there are plenty of advantages to this when compared with owning a vehicle. The following are some to consider.
Access to the Newest Models
Buying a new car can be an expensive business, especially when it comes to the latest models. This can be outside the budget of many people, who would then be looking at purchasing an older car if they want to own. On the other hand, most hire cars available are newer vehicles that are only a few years old. Renting can therefore be a way to get access to the latest models at a more affordable cost. It is also far easier to change from one vehicle to another when renting. It is simply a case of taking a car back to the hire company and switching to something new, and this means you can easily keep up to date with driving the latest models.
Tax and Insurance Covered
Owing a car means an annual cost of paying for vehicle insurance and road tax. Insurance in particular can be costly depending on your circumstances and driving experience. However, it is the responsibility of the hire company to tax and insure their vehicles, and this is included in the cost of the hire. This means that the renter does not need to worry about it.
No Repair or Maintenance Costs
There is a yearly cost involved in the general maintenance and upkeep of a vehicle, and it is not uncommon for this to run into a few hundred pounds. This cost can go much higher in the event of a breakdown and may even rise into the thousands of pounds depending on the severity of the problem. An owner would be liable for these costs, but when renting, it is the hire company that would take responsibility for them. Renting can therefore provide some assurance that a huge bill will not appear out of the blue because of mechanical or other problems with a vehicle. Many rental companies also offer free breakdown cover as part of the deal, and this means you do not need to go to the expense of sorting this out for yourself.
No MOT Worries
Putting a car through an MOT can be a stressful time for any owner and there is no way of knowing what a mechanic may find or the costs involved to put this right. Renting is a way to avoid this though, since it is the hire company that will need to make sure their vehicles are roadworthy and capable of passing an MOT test each year.
As can be seen from above, renting a vehicle can be a much more convenient option than buying a car and it takes away much of the cost worries that come with owning a vehicle. This can definitely make it an option worth considering for anyone that needs private transport available for getting around.
Gatwick Car and Van Rental are one of the South East’s leading providers of vehicle hire, providing clean, modern and fully insured cars at competitive rates.