Compare Car Hire Deals Worldwide
Car Hire Trawler is an independent car hire comparison website powered by the CarTrawler booking platform. You can search rental cars by location, travel dates and vehicle type, compare offers from rental providers, and complete your booking securely through the CarTrawler system.
Car Hire Trawler does not operate rental vehicles directly. The rental car is supplied by the selected rental provider, and the booking terms, deposit, insurance options, fuel policy, mileage rules and cancellation conditions are shown during the booking process.
Whether you need a compact car for a city break, an SUV for a family holiday, a saloon for a business trip or a larger vehicle for extra luggage, the search engine helps you compare available options in one place.
- Compare car hire prices from trusted rental providers
- Search airport, city and holiday destination pick-up locations
- View rental conditions before completing your booking
- Choose from compact cars, family cars, SUVs, automatics and vans
- Free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up on many bookings
How Car Hire Trawler works
Car Hire Trawler helps travellers compare car rental deals worldwide. Enter your pick-up location, travel dates and times into the search box, then review the available vehicles, prices and rental conditions. Once you choose a car, the booking is processed through the CarTrawler platform and fulfilled by the selected rental provider.
- Search your destination: Look for car hire at airports, ferry ports, city centres and popular holiday locations.
- Compare rental offers: Review vehicle categories, supplier names, fuel policies, mileage rules, insurance options and deposit information.
- Check the rental conditions: Before booking, read the terms for driver age, licence requirements, credit card requirements, cancellation and cross-border travel.
- Book securely: Your booking is completed through the CarTrawler booking platform and fulfilled by the selected rental provider.
Why choose Car Hire Trawler?
- Powered by CarTrawler: The search engine is powered by CarTrawler, a global car rental technology platform used to compare rental providers across many countries and destinations.
- Wide choice of vehicles: Compare compact cars, economy cars, saloons, SUVs, luxury vehicles, automatics and vans, depending on availability at your chosen location.
- Clear comparison: View rental options side by side so you can compare price, provider, vehicle size, fuel policy, mileage allowance, insurance options and other booking conditions.
- Useful for airport and city rentals: Search major airport locations as well as city pick-up points, which may be useful if you want to avoid airport surcharges or collect a car after spending time in a city.
- Flexible booking options: Many bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up, but cancellation rules can vary, so always check the terms shown before confirming.
- Transparent rental conditions: Important details such as deposits, insurance excess, fuel policy, mileage limits and additional driver charges are displayed during the booking process.
Tips for finding the best car hire deals
- Book early: Reserve in advance for better prices and a wider choice of vehicles, especially during peak travel seasons, school holidays and major events.
- Compare the full cost: Do not judge a rental only by the daily price. Check the deposit, insurance excess, fuel policy, mileage rules, young driver fees, additional driver costs and one-way drop-off charges.
- Choose the right pick-up point: Airport car hire is convenient, but city locations may sometimes be cheaper. Consider luggage, arrival time and transport options before deciding.
- Choose the right vehicle: Match the car to your trip. A small car may suit city driving, while an SUV or estate car may be better for families, long journeys or extra luggage.
- Check the insurance excess and deposit: A cheaper rental may have a higher excess or larger security deposit. Compare the full terms before booking.
- Look for a clear fuel policy: A full-to-full fuel policy is often the simplest option because you collect the car full and return it full.
- Read the licence rules: Some destinations require an International Driving Permit, and many providers require a credit card in the main driver’s name.
- Inspect the vehicle: At pick-up, check the car for scratches, dents, tyre damage and fuel level. Take photos or a short video before leaving the rental location.
Popular car hire locations
You can use Car Hire Trawler to compare car hire in many popular travel destinations, including the United Kingdom, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, Germany, Greece, Turkey, the United States, Canada, Australia and South Africa.
Country guides are available for many destinations and include useful information about local driving rules, airports, road trips, tolls, parking, fuel, insurance, deposits and rental tips.
Albania
Antigua
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Bahamas
Belgium
Brazil
Bulgaria
Canada
Chile
Colombia
Croatia
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Egypt
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
India
Indonesia
Ireland
Italy
Japan
Mexico
Norway
Portugal
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
South Korea
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Turkey
United Kingdom
United States
Car Hire Trawler FAQs
What is Car Hire Trawler?
Car Hire Trawler is an independent car hire comparison website powered by the CarTrawler booking platform. It helps travellers search and compare rental car deals worldwide.
Is Car Hire Trawler the same as CarTrawler?
No. Car Hire Trawler is an independent comparison website. The car hire search and booking engine is powered by CarTrawler, and bookings are processed through the CarTrawler platform.
Who provides the rental car?
The rental vehicle is supplied by the selected rental provider. Car Hire Trawler does not own, operate or supply rental vehicles directly.
Can I cancel my car hire booking?
Many bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up, but cancellation rules can vary by rental provider, booking type and destination. Always check the cancellation conditions shown before confirming your booking.
Are there hidden fees?
The booking platform shows the main rental cost and important rental conditions before you book. You should always review deposits, insurance excess, fuel policy, mileage limits, young driver fees, additional driver charges and one-way fees before payment.
What documents do I need to rent a car?
You usually need a valid driving licence, a credit card in the main driver’s name, and proof of identity such as a passport. Some countries may also require an International Driving Permit.