News, Updates & Fun Facts About Vehicle Rentals

We know a thing or two about exploration, whether on foot or on the road. Queenstown is one of the most popular destinations in New Zealand for sightseeing and hiking. The adventure resort has much to offer when it comes to both. Here is our epic guide to only the best hikes in Queenstown, for […]

Summer is known as the season of road trips in New Zealand. Being on the open road is a holiday in itself as time slows down and the stresses of everyday life slowly subside, releasing a feeling of euphoria as you get back to the simple life; reading, sunbathing and dipping in the ocean. The […]

We understand that every dollar counts when it comes to your holidays. A dollar saved is a dollar you can spend on the countless activities and experiences to be had in Nelson or any other corner of New Zealand. So, to help save you money, we’ve thrown together this quick guide to saving money on […]

Summer is always a busy time at work and home. From family meals to weddings and the ever-eventful work Christmas party, the end of the year is often the most social season. With socialising often comes alcohol consumption which reportedly increases by 40% on Christmas Day. The Police often warn of extensive breath testing from […]

Queenstown is famous for numerous things amongst the seasoned traveller; beautiful landscapes, tons of available activities and being a pretty expensive holiday retreat! When it comes to local knowledge and affordability, we like to think we know about both. If you’re wanting to visit Queenstown this summer but are on a tight budget we’ve written […]

Setting out on a long-haul New Zealand drive across rugged and unpredictable terrain requires the right vehicle. As exciting as summer road trips can be, they can be spoiled by a bad choice of rental car. Underpowered motors or big gas-guzzlers can add an unnecessary burden. So when you’re planning a trip, it’s good to […]

Our hire vehicle fleet is so extensive that we can cater for all budgets and preferences. If you want to pay a little more and drive a late-model, high-performance vehicle, then we have just the thing for you. But at New Zealand Rent a Car, we understand that many of our customers are on a […]

It’s time to start planning the great summer road trip. But if you’re thinking about doing it in the good old family sedan, that summer road trip might not be so great after all. If you’ve got a few passengers on board, especially young kids, things can become a bit uncomfortable with all the gear […]

It’s almost time for the big family holiday of the year! Soon you’ll be packing your bags and heading out to one of the beautiful corners of New Zealand. When you have to consider the varied tastes of all the family, you need a place that can cater to all ages and offer a large […]

There’s nothing quite like jumping into a car, picking a spot on the map and leaving fresh tyre tracks in the snow on the road to somewhere magical. Now, we don’t want to seem biased but there’s nowhere quite like New Zealand’s South Island for Christmas and you can bet your bottom dollar there are […]