The new F1 season is fast approaching and following on from the exciting and controversial end to the 2021 season, fans both casual and devoted are looking forward to what 2022 may bring. F1 is one of the most highly watched spectator sports in the world with a global audience of millions and each race […]
You are on holiday and have hired a car to ferry your family around. What could be more perfect? But, have you ever thought about what happens if you were to lose the keys to the rental car? No doubt, one of the first things you will ask yourself is if rental car insurance covers […]
Valentine’s day is fast approaching and now that travel restrictions are a little more relaxed you may be looking for something extra special to do this year to celebrate the love you have for your partner. Maybe a road trip in Europe could be the gift both of you share for Valentine’s 2022. Let’s take […]
Misfuelling is something you may have often seen mentioned when it comes to insuring your car or renting a hire car but what is it and what are the dangers of it? At Direct Car Hire Excess, we protect you from the costs associated with misfuelling thanks to our car hire insurance excess cover […]
We have all heard of the famous Route 66. Whether it be in a film or when a friend talks about a road trip across America. What is it though? Does it exist and why does it have such a mythical lure to it? This blog drives down Route 66 to find out what it’s […]
It’s something all drivers fear happening, the long journey, stuttering to a halt because something has broken on your car. Sometimes it is a quick fix and you are back on your way, other times it’s a call out to a local or national roadside repair service. Either way, it isn’t something you were hoping […]
With a new year now here, many car manufacturers are looking to wow you with their 2022 additions to their portfolio. For some, it’s a simple upgrade on a well-loved model. For others it is a chance to unleash something new. Below we pick the cars we are most looking forward to in 2022. Classy […]
Europe has so many stunning destinations, but many see that beauty enhanced when winter falls. Snow capped mountains, cosy ski lodges, and picturesque cityscapes makes certain places on the continent ones that shouldn’t be excluded from any bucket list. Below we have picked our favourites. Which one will you visit first? Tallinn, Estonia The capital […]
The winterisation car hire fee may be a new one to you and may add to the confusion when looking at hiring a car abroad. What is it and why is it so important? What is it for? When hiring a vehicle it is the duty of the company you are using to provide you […]
You may well have ticked off your Christmas shopping list already and with Covid having halted your foreign excursions for 2021, let us give you a look into which Christmas markets you should put to the top of your trips for 2022. We’ve picked 5 favourites that are sure to fill you with festive cheer. […]
