Australia is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Some incredible natural wonders and local lifestyles lie outside the cities, with each of the best road trips in Australia offering a one-of-a-kind experience. Drive by crystal blue waters one day and red earth mountain ranges the next. Every road trip in Australia is unique, from the dramatic cliff sides … [Read more...] about 10 of the Best Road Trips in Australia
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Melbourne to Sydney Road Trip Itinerary
Melbourne To Sydney Road Trip Whether you’re looking for an alternative to flying or are just looking to embrace some of the best views and vibes Australia has to offer, you won’t do better than the Melbourne to Sydney road trip! Picture this: starting your morning with a scenic hike and ending your day watching the sunset from a boat on a clear water bay. No … [Read more...] about Melbourne to Sydney Road Trip Itinerary
Why it makes sense to rent a car before buying one
Thinking of purchasing a car? Read this first! Buying a car can be daunting so before you go plunging into the (highly competitive) auto market, think about the potential benefits of renting a car. There are several of them, and we’ve listed them here: A test drive is not enough Renting a car for a week will give you a much better feel for the car rather than a 10-minute test … [Read more...] about Why it makes sense to rent a car before buying one
Charge around Tasmania in an electric vehicle
Tasmania has long been associated with stunning natural beauty, organic food and crisp, fresh air. It's also a state best seen by road, so why ruin that fresh air with anything other than an electric vehicle from SIXT rent a car? While it can be rugged and adventurous, there are many charging stations in Tasmania and as it's a small area, so there should be no concerns about … [Read more...] about Charge around Tasmania in an electric vehicle
Test Driving A Tesla As A Family Of 5
Like probably many families around Australia, we're noticing the rising price of fuel and are becoming more conscious about our environmental impact. This along with car manufacturers focusing their production and marketing to electric vehicles, we're now considering buying an EV as our next car. Having never driven one before we wanted to have a proper try before you … [Read more...] about Test Driving A Tesla As A Family Of 5
Thinking about buying an EV? Try before you buy with SIXT car rental
Buying a new car is a big decision. And as we move closer and closer towards an electric world, the thought of upgrading to an electric vehicle (EV) may be crossing your mind If the great drive isn’t convincing you of an EV, filling up at the pump might be! With fuel on the rise again, investing in an electric car is likely to reap rewards sooner than first … [Read more...] about Thinking about buying an EV? Try before you buy with SIXT car rental
Everything you need to know about renting a hire truck to move house
Ahh the joys of moving house! There’s no denying, it can be a tedious process. But it doesn’t have to be and you can easily hire a truck to get it done. Preparation is key and SIXT car and truck rental is here to help you with that. We’ve put together a few ways to move house efficiently, effectively and with the least amount of stress possible. Here’s our moving house … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about renting a hire truck to move house
Which bus hire is right for you?
Sometimes, a car rental (even a spacious one) simply isn’t enough to get everyone where they need to go. Whether it’s a one-off family holiday or an ongoing work project, a bus hire can be the ideal solution for moving a large group of people. SIXT is well stocked with a range of buses suitable for all occasions. An 8-seater van hire is ideal for families looking for extra … [Read more...] about Which bus hire is right for you?
3 unusual stops along the Great Ocean Road
The Great Ocean Road. A world-famous, enthralling tourist magnet, wrapping itself around the Victorian coast. Popular with foreigners or travelling Aussies, drawn to its raw beauty and majestic lookout points, the Great Ocean Road is a popular route that showcases the exceptional coastline of this pocket of Australia. When you think of the Great Ocean Road, you probably think … [Read more...] about 3 unusual stops along the Great Ocean Road
Reidy and Whippet’s Tasmania road trip
Bondi lifeguards Andrew ‘Reidy’ Reid and Ryan ‘Whippet’ Clark needed a break from work. They love Sydney and patrolling the waters of the city’s famous Bondi Beach, but they wanted to get out of town while still having a bit of an adventure. So, SIXT rent a car Australia sent them to Tasmania for a week-long road trip behind the wheel of a new Isuzu MUX. Filled with … [Read more...] about Reidy and Whippet’s Tasmania road trip
