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Car Rentals

Do you know that several car hire companies offer contemptible and reasonable car hiring services in Ireland? Most of these car rentals serve all over Ireland with service to all major airports as well as many top tourist destinations. They offer all kinds of car in several prices including latest models, economy, automatic, multipurpose vehicles and even some of the most luxurious cars in excellent conditions.

We are here to assist you completely to have a right approach. Our car hire section gives all information about Car Hire in Ireland. To make your tour contented and tremendous; we offer you a list of major car hire and rental companies in Ireland, all providing quality car rental services.

 

Location

Hertz in Ireland

Hertz, great value with low price offers great and incredible service throughout Ireland in a very efficient way with free drop-offs between many major cities. Hertz further provides its upper class service to more than 7000 world wide locations.

 

Vehicle

Hertz vehicle Guide

Select a vehicle of your own choice. You will find a level of choices and services from Hertz like luxury saloons, mini buses, estates & 4x4s and many more providing you the true pleasure of driving and travelling. The vehicles are both Manual & Automatic for the convenience.

 

Map

Maps

Map the quickest route to your destination; many reliable car rentals have made choice very easy for you to provide you the pure pleasure of travelling. For your further easiness, navigation system is provided to you to map out your route easily and to save your time as well.

Weather

Weather

When planning to visit a certain location be sure to find out the weather conditions before proceeding. We always have wished for our visitors to be well and comfortable during travel. In case the weather is not appropriate to travel to your destination, we recommend to relax and enjoy.

Rate & Reservations

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Road and Travel conditions

Ireland has a widespread road system due to the large countryside population. Roads in towns differ from good surfaces to rough gravel or potholes. The main roads through towns are usually better. Speed limits in Ireland are 30mph/45kph in city, 60mph/95kph on open Roads and 70mph/110kph Highways. Traffic travels on the left and passing is on the right. You should turn left when entering a traffic circle. Seat belts front and rear are obligatory everywhere. The simple rule on these roads is - give way to everything unless they give way to you first!

Safety Tips

For the well-being and safety of our visitors, we recommend the following safety tips to be read before driving.

  • Avoid drunk driving. The legal tolerance limit in Ireland in 0.08%
  • Always fasten your seat belts before driving. Wearing seat belts is compulsory in front and rear seats.
  • Children under 12 years age are not permitted in front seats
  • Always carry breakdown warning triangles, first aid kit, fire extinguisher and spare bulb kit in vehicle. If you wear glasses, bring a spare pair in the car with you
  • The minimum driving age in Ireland is 17 years
  • It is illegal to drive and use a handheld mobile phone in Ireland

Tips for those driving in Ireland for the first time

A car is the best way to see Ireland. Driving styles and regulations differ in every country. It usually takes between a few hours and a day to get used to a new driving environment, particularly if you have not driven in the country before.

  • If you are used to an automatic, be sure to specify automatic when making your reservation
  • When you drive the car for the first time, take it around the block at the airport a few times to get used to the controls and driving on the left-hand side of the road
  • Try and avoid the narrower roads for the first day or so until you are familiar with your car and the driving environment
  • Get a good map at the airport, and have someone other than the driver to navigate
  • Take your time - drive slowly at first until you gain confidence. Watch the signs carefully!
  • If you cross the road to park or to visit a gas station, be sure to return to a driving position on the left-hand side after you exit the space!

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