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NewsFlash Driving Licence Counterpart Updates

May 26, 2015 News, Newsflash, UK Comments Off on NewsFlash Driving Licence Counterpart Updates
Driving licence UPDATE

Driving Licence Counterpart Updates 29th of May 2015

We need to clarify the fact that the rental companies won’t need your National Insurance Number (NINo).
You must know your NINo, so you can access and share your driving records with the rental company.

The paper counterpart days are numbered and Indigo Car Hire is offering to its clients the latest Driving Licence Counterpart Updates.

DVLA confirmed that from 8th of June the paper counterpart which was issued with the British driving licence will no longer be valid.

This means that the paper part of your photo card driving licence will no longer be required and in fact the government are advising they you destroy them.

If you wish to hire vehicles in the UK and Ireland you will be required to create a licence check code within 72 hours of the start of your hire. This will enable you to share your driving record with a third party, such as a car hire company or insurance broker. The unique check code will allow someone to see what vehicles you can drive, any penalty points or disqualifications, your name and the last 8 characters of your driving licence number. This licence check code can be created through the link below.

https://www.gov.uk/view-driving-licence

To create the licence check code you need to have the following:

  • your driving licence number
  • your National Insurance number
  • the postcode on your driving licence

Due to this access code only being valid for 72 hours, you will need to be super organised before you leave for your travels! Make sure you go on-line to “Share my Driving Licence” and get your access code no more than 2 days before you pick up the car.

Therefore Indigo Car Hire advises all our customers who hold a valid British driving licence to know their National Insurance Numbers (NINo).
If the client doesn’t know its NINo , then he will not be able access and share his records with the rental company, therefore he wont be able to hire a car in the UK.
Please note that this will only affect rentals in the UK and Ireland as currently the counterpart licence is not required when you rent outside the UK.

The car rental companies will also need a valid ID (passport) and a proof of address.

You can also view your counterpart online for free using DVLA new service “View Driving Licence” which can be found at this link: https://goo.gl/gwBm0w

All you need to view your driving record online is the Driving licence number, your National Insurance Number and the postcode where your licence is registered.

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For more information about the procedure of hiring a car in the UK after 8th of June, please contact us over the phone on +44 (0)113 880 0748 or via email on sales@thealternativeagency.co.uk

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Memmingen Airport Debit Card Car Hire

May 7, 2015 Germany, News, Newsflash Comments Off on Memmingen Airport Debit Card Car Hire
Memmingen Airport Debit Card Car Hire

News Flash Memmingen Airport Debit Card Car Hire

Indigo Car Hire is happy to announce our latest debit card offer: Memmingen Airport Debit Card Car Hire. This offer if available for all our customers who travel towards Bavaria Germany.

We are aware of the fact that not tall of you own credit cards and not the acceptance of the debit cards is limited.
So from now on car hire without a credit card at Memmingen Airport is available with Indigo.

Memmingen Airport is an international airport located near the city of Memmingen, Germany. It is the smallest of the 3 airports in Bavaria.

Memmingen Airport Debit Card Car Hire has never been easier now, you simply contact Indigo Car Hire, explain your requirements and we will find you the best deal.

Memmingen Airport Debit Card Car Hire Conditions

As usual Memmingen Airport Debit Card Car Hire Conditions are very easy to be met. The rental conditions concern the debit card type and the deposit asked by our partners.

The debit card must meet the restrictions set by the suppliers. To check if your card meets the restrictions, please contact us via call or email prior to booking.

The deposit required for Memmingen Airport Debit Card Car Hire is the rental cost plus 250 euros for a compact car. In case you will need a different type of car, please contact our agents and they will provide you all the info needed.
So, if the rental cost is 100 euros, then the deposit will be 350 euros (100 + 250).

Usually when you pay with debit cards like Visa or MasterCard, the deposit is just held on your card and released after the car is retuned, but the refunding period is up to 10 working days.

Indigo Car Hire – Memmingen Airport other offers

Memmingen is a small town in Bavaria, Germany. It is an important travel hub and a gateway towards the region of Allgau.

For more information about Memmingen Airport Debit Card Car Rental, or in any location in Germany, please contact us over the phone on +44 (0)113 880 0748 or via email on sales@thealternativeagency.co.uk

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5 Benefits Of Hiring An MPV

May 6, 2015 Car Hire Tips Comments Off on 5 Benefits Of Hiring An MPV
5 Benefits Of Hiring An MPV

When it comes to hiring a car, most customers tend to overlook the type of vehicle they are going to be driving and often make their decision based on the brand of the rental vehicle.

This is understandable, even I prefer commuting in a large German saloon car and probably wouldn’t consider buying a low cost people carrier from the far east, but when it comes to hiring a car I try and get the most practical vehicle possible.

You may remember last year I took the family camping to Wales, squeezing 3 children with child-seats in the back of said large German saloon was almost impossible but a problem with my car forced my hand and I had to hire a car.

We ended up with a Citroen C4 Picasso, not a huge car but I was very surprised with the amount of space inside, space is a luxury in many modern cars and is number 1 on my list of 5 Benefits Of Hiring An MPV.

1. Space

Having enough room for the 2.4 children, the dog, cat, hamster and the kitchen sink is almost impossible these days unless you want to leave all of your luggage at home. The space available in some of the larger people carriers or 7 seat MPV’s is impressive and will make some of the larger estate vehicles cower in the corner.

2. Comfort

The extra space also adds to the comfort of all passengers. That couple of inches extra leg room doesn’t seems like much but you will be thankful for it after a 6 hour trip from Yorkshire to Plymouth. A little extra room in the front so you can both rest your elbows can also avoid in car arguments, in my experience…

3. Peace & Quiet

Stopping arguments in the front is nothing compared to what can happen in the back if everyone is happy. A lot of modern MPV’s have enough toys in the back to keep Mr Magorium happy. Tri-zone climate control, tv screens, individual tables and even power points for the all important phone/tablet/console chargers.

4. Cost

Hiring a 7, 8 or 9 seat vehicle could negate the need to take 2 or even 3 cars on the same trip which could save on fuel, toll roads, congestion charges, ferry crossings ect which can all add up.

5. Usability & Visibility

Being a little higher up on the road can really improve visibility which is a great safety feature but being higher up is also great for loading and unloading the luggage and even the children into the car.

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Gdansk Airport Debit Card Car Hire

April 29, 2015 Newsflash Comments Off on Gdansk Airport Debit Card Car Hire
Gdansk Airport Debit Card Car Hire

News Flash Gdansk Airport Debit Card Car Hire

Indigo Car Hire is happy to announce that we offer Gdansk Airport Debit Card Car Hire. This offer is for all our customers who want to hire a car without a credit card at Gdansk Airport in Poland.

Not everyone uses a credit card, therefore we need to make sure we can provide our services to as many people as we can. Securing a deal at Gdansk Airport was not an easy task since most of the car hire suppliers run a credit card only policy.
However we managed to arrange an incredible deal for you if few conditions are met: Gdansk Airport Debit Card Car Hire

Gdansk Airport is an international airport located near the city of Gdansk, Poland. The airport was named after the former Polish president: Lech Walesa.
Lech Walesa Airport connects the city of Gdansk with many European destinations.

Gdansk Airport Debit Card Car Hire has never been easier now, you simply contact Indigo Car Hire, explain your requirements and we will find you the right supplier for you. We’ll do all the leg work!

Gdansk Airport Debit Card Car Hire Conditions

The Gdansk Airport Debit Card Car Hire Conditions are as usual very easy to be met and they refer to the debit cards accepted and the car rental deposit.
To check if your card meets the requirements of the supplier, please contact our team via call or email.

The deposit which must be paid for Gdansk Airport Debit Card Car Hire is equal to the rental value plus a full tank of fuel.

Usually when you pay with debit cards like Visa or MasterCard, the deposit is just held on your card and released after the car is retuned, but the refunding period is up to 10 working days.

Indigo Car Hire Gdansk Airport Other Offers

For more information about Gdansk Airport Debit Card Car Hire, or in any location in Poland, please contact us over the phone on +44 (0)113 880 0748 or via email on sales@thealternativeagency.co.uk

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Washington Dulles Airport Debit Card Car Rental

April 28, 2015 Newsflash Comments Off on Washington Dulles Airport Debit Card Car Rental
Washington Dulles Airport Debit Card Car Rental

News Flash Washington Dulles Airport Debit Card Car Rental

Indigo Car Hire is happy to announce our latest deal: Washington Dulles Airport Debit Card Car Rental.
Dulles Airport is an important travel and business hub and many of our clients enquired with us about car rental without credit card at this location.
After talking with our trusted partners from USA, we managed to arrange a deal for you all: Washington Dulles Airport Debit Card Car Rental.

Washington Dulles Airport is an international airport located 26 miles west from Washington.
Dulles International Airport connects the Baltimore–Washington Metropolitan Area with more than 125 destinations across the world. Heathrow airport – London is one of the busiest routes from Dulles Airport.

Washington Dulles Airport has never been easier now, you simply contact Indigo Car Hire, explain your requirements and we will find you the right supplier for you. We’ll do all the leg work!

Washington Dulles Airport Debit Card Car Rental Conditions

As usual, the Washington Dulles Airport Debit Card Car Rental Conditions are very easy to be met and they refer to the debit cards accepted and to the rental deposit.

In this case we managed to convince our partners to accept two types of debit cards:

  • Visa Cards
  • MasterCard

The cards must be issued on the driver’s name and they must have raised numbers. We have to mention that not all types of debit card are accepted, some exclusions are Visa Electron, Maestro and Solo amongst others.

The deposit required for the Washington Dulles Airport Debit Card Car Rental is 250 us dollars, for all the car categories.
Usually when you pay with debit cards like Visa or MasterCard, the deposit is just held on your card and released after the car is retuned, but the refunding period is up to 10 working days.

Another condition asked by our supplier is that the driver must show at the car rental desk the return flight details.

Indigo Car Hire Other deals at Washington Dulles Airport

For more information about Washington Dulles Airport Debit Card Car Rental, or in any location in USA, please contact us over the phone on +44 (0)113 880 0748 or via email on sales@thealternativeagency.co.uk

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Newsflash Indigo Offers Car Hire With Debit Card at Aberdeen Airport, Scotland

April 27, 2015 Newsflash Comments Off on Newsflash Indigo Offers Car Hire With Debit Card at Aberdeen Airport, Scotland
Newsflash Indigo Offers Car Hire With Debit Card at Aberdeen Airport, Scotland

Newsflash Indigo Offers Car Hire With Debit Card at Aberdeen Airport, Scotland

Starting from 1 of May we are offering Car Hire With Debit Card at Aberdeen Airport. Until now, car rental without a credit card at Aberdeen Airport was not possible due to many insurance restrictions.

However, recently we teamed up with an important car rental supplier and we arranged some amazing deals for you.
Not only that we are accepting debit cards but our deal has some unique features:

Among the debit cards accepted are also: Solo cards, Switch cards, Cirrus cards, Post Pay cards and many others. If you cant find your card type on this page, please call us directly and one of our reservation agents will check whether its accepted or not.

Car Hire With Debit Card at Aberdeen Airport has never been easier now, you simply contact Indigo Car Hire, explain your requirements and we will find you the right supplier for you. We’ll do all the leg work!

Aberdeen International Airport is an important travel hub in the area. The airport is located 5 miles away from the city centre and it operates both scheduled and charter flights.

The main condition for this amazing deal is that you must fly to the Aberdeen Airport and you also must present the return ticket at the car rental desk.
You will also have to pay a deposit, which will be returned after you will return the car without any damage.

Other Car hire Offers at Aberdeen Airport

Nicknamed “The Granite City”, Aberdeen is the third largest city in Scotland. Hosting a wide range of cultural activities and cultural attractions, Aberdeen is an important tourist destination in Scotland.
Aberdeen is also a major financial centre being in the top most liveable city in the UK.

For more information about Car Hire With Debit Card at Aberdeen Airport, or in any location in UK, please contact us over the phone on +44 (0)113 880 0748 or via email on sales@thealternativeagency.co.uk

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Wacky Driving Laws From Around The Globe

April 13, 2015 Fun Stuff Comments Off on Wacky Driving Laws From Around The Globe
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I had a customer on the phone the other day that advised me it was illegal to drive in Spain while wearing flip flops and that the police tend to wait in supermarkets to catch unsuspecting holiday makers out, bit harsh i thought! But it did get me thinking, what other wacky driving laws are there around the world.

In Luxembourg all cars must have windscreen wipers fitted, even if they do not have a windscreen!

In Spain if you wear glasses, you must carry a pair of glasses in the car even if you are already wearing some!

In Thailand it is illegal to drive while not wearing a shirt!

In California it is illegal to jump from a car travelling at 65mph!

In Massachusetts you will get a ticket if you are driving with a Gorilla in the back seat of your car!

In Denver it is illegal to drive a black car on Sundays!

In Manilla it is illegal to drive on Mondays if your number plate ends in 1 or 2!

In Cyprus it is illegal to eat or drink anything while behind the wheel of a car!

In Britain All Hackney carriage taxi’s must carry a bale of hay and a bag of oats at all times.

In Sweden it is illegal to drive without your headlights on, 24 HOURS A DAY!!

FYI, these have been gathered from internet research. I have no idea if they are true or not but either way, they are still pretty funny.

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Abolition Of The Counterpart Licence

March 20, 2015 Car Hire Tips Comments Off on Abolition Of The Counterpart Licence
Driving licence UPDATE

On the 8th June 2015 the ‘Abolition Of The Counterpart Licence’ will take place. This means that the paper part of your photo card driving licence will no longer be required and in fact the government are advising they you destroy them.

Please note: if you have a paper licence issued before 1998 when the photo cards were intoduced, DO NOT destroy it.

This applies purely to the paper counter part of a licence that shows the points and convictions.

This could potentially cause a number of problems but the main one relevant to hiring cars is the fact that most suppliers request to see your counterpart before allowing you to drive away.

Surprisingly enough the government/DVLA have thought about this and created a way that you can share your information with rental companies, employers and anyone who may need to see them.

Watch this video:

As with any new system or way of doing things I imagaine there will be teething problems but as an idea i think its great and its one less piece of paper to worry about when travelling.

I look forward to the day that this happens with passports too.

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Changes To The Drug Driving Laws

March 19, 2015 New Laws Comments Off on Changes To The Drug Driving Laws
Changes To The Drug Driving Laws

Changes To The Drug Driving Laws in the UK came into force on the 2nd March 2015. The aim is to make it easier for drug drivers to be caught and prosecuted by the police.

It is now an offence to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in your blood, just as it is with drink driving. Sixteen legal and illegal drugs are covered by the law, including cannabis, cocaine, ecstasy and ketamine.

The limits for all illegal drugs are extremely low, taking even a very small amount of an illegal drug could put you over the limit.

The new offence will work alongside the existing offence of driving whilst impaired through drink or drugs.

Drug Driving Penalties

The penalties for drug driving are the same as for drink driving. If you are convicted you will receive:

  • A minimum 12-month driving ban
  • A criminal record
  • A hefty fine or up to 6 months in prison or both

The consequences of a drug drive conviction are far reaching and can include:

  • Job loss
  • Loss of independence
  • The shame of having a criminal record
  • Increase in car insurance costs
  • Difficulty hiring a car for 5 years
  • Trouble getting in to countries like the USA

It is illegal to drive if your driving is impaired by drugs or if you have certain drugs above a specified level in your blood.

If the police stop you and think you’re on drugs they will either test you at the roadside using a drug screening device or a “Field Impairment” test to assess your ability to drive.

If drugs are detected in your system or you are deemed impaired by drugs, you’ll be arrested and taken to a police station for blood or urine tests. If the tests show you’ve taken drugs or show a specified drug above the specified blood limits you could be charged with drug driving.

Seek Advice Before Driving

You don’t have to be on illegal drugs to be impaired to drive. Prescription or over the counter medicines can also impair your ability to drive. If you’re taking medicines, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or healthcare professional before driving. It is your own responsibility to ensure that you are not ‘impaired’ while driving.

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Convertible Car Hire In Spain With a Debit Card

March 17, 2015 Newsflash, Spain Comments Off on Convertible Car Hire In Spain With a Debit Card
Convertible Car Hire In Spain With a Debit Card

News Flash: Convertible Car Hire In Spain With a Debit Card

The summer is coming and many of you will head to Spain for the holidays. During the summer everyone want to hire a convertible car, but there aren’t to many suppliers who can offer it.
More than that, car hire without a credit card in Spain is a very hard task for most of the car rental suppliers.

However we secured an amazing deal for you all: Convertible Car Hire In Spain With a Debit Card.
The deal gets even better because we offer this deal all over Spain with a very low deposit.

Having both Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines, Spain has one of world’s top tourist industries. The popular coastlines, its amazing landscapes, and vibrant culture transformed Spain into one of the best holiday destinations in Europe. Spain also includes a large number of islands grouped in the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea and the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean.

Convertible Car Hire In Spain With a Debit Card has never been easier now, you simply contact Indigo Car Hire, explain your requirements and we will find you the right supplier for you. We’ll do all the leg work!

Convertible Car Hire In Spain With a Debit Card – Conditions

As usual as you probably got used to it, the car rental conditions at Indigo Car Hire refer to the debit cards accepted and the deposit required to book the car.

Regarding the debit cards accepted, please contact us to check if your card is eligible.

Convertible Car Hire Spain – Cars

There are loads of different cars to choose from when you are looking for convertible car hire Spain. Here are a few of the options:

  • Fiat 500 Convertible
  • Mini Convertible
  • Audi A3 Convertible

Top Convertible Car Hire Spain – Locations

If you’re looking to hire a convertible car in Spain with a debit card then you have loads of different options in regards to location, it’s available at most major airports across the country. Here are a few of our top ones:

Convertible Car Hire Spain – Companies

If you’re looking to hire a convertible car in Spain you will always find the best price by using our online quote engine. We compare all the car hire companies that offer convertible hire at your given airport on the times & days you choose meaning we can easily find you the cheapest price. Here are just a few of the companies that offer this deal which we compare:

  • Centauro
  • Europcar
  • Keddy
  • Okay Rent A Car
  • Sixt

Also in order to be able to hire a convertible car with your debit card in Spain, you must take the insurance offered by the supplier at the arrival.

The deposit required for the Convertible Car Hire In Spain With a Debit Card is only 300 euros and a tank full of fuel, which is considered to be fairly small. Usually when you pay with debit cards like Visa or MasterCard, the deposit is just held on your card and released after the car is retuned, but the refunding period is up to 10 working days.

Car Hire In Spain Offers

For more information about Convertible Car Hire In Spain With a Debit Card, please contact us over the phone on +44 (0)113 880 0748 or via email on sales@thealternativeagency.co.uk

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