Benefits of car rental on a monthly basis

If you need a car, you buy a car, or so the conventional thinking goes. However, occasionally, renting a vehicle for a month or longer can be a far more sensible solution. Here’s why monthly car rental can make perfect sense:

A short term solution

Many people, especially those who live in cities, don’t drive enough in order to justify the expense of owning a car. However, occasionally life intervenes with a temporary change of circumstances - maybe you’re working in a different location for a few weeks or perhaps a relative’s hospital stay means that you need to drive regularly to a location without good public transport links?Or maybe you’ve been toying with the idea of buying a car but you want to see how it works in practice before taking the plunge?

Time effective

Renting a car is a process that can be completed in minutes online, meaning it’s a hassle-free way to get you moving as opposed to leasing a car which entails extensive research, time-consuming credit checks and a big commitment in terms of finances and lease-length. Taxis are another option for getting you from A to B if you have a need over a period of a few weeks but they can be expensive or unreliable.

Filling a gap

Perhaps your car has broken down and will be out of action for a few weeks. Or maybe you need a temporary solution before you decide which car to buy next? Renting cars or vans for a period of months or weeks can also be a great solution for businesses at busy times when a larger fleet is needed out on the road.

Road trip

If you’re planning to holiday for longer than the usual week or two, renting a car can still be your go-to mode of transport.Not being reliant on public transport means you’re your own boss and can visit the places you want exactly when you decide to, without the need to stick to a fixed itinerary. The ability to pick up and drop off from different locations adds to the flexibility.

Spoilt for choice

Renting a car for a month gives you the option to try out a wide range of makes and models. And as renting is a temporary solution you may even decide to treat yourself to something that would be a bit out of your price range if you were buying or leasing. Also, if the car you choose turns out not to be the wheels of your dreams, it’s a simple process to change it for something you would prefer.

Electric dreams

In the future, if you’re thinking of joining the thousands of others who are switching to electric or hybrid cars, renting one is the ideal way to try before you buy. For many people, making the change to a low-emissions vehicle involves a change in mind set as well as a change in driving habits, but as you get used to your electric car, you’ll realise it’s not such a leap of faith after all!

Save money (and the planet)

Buying a car can involve large monthly payments and often a hefty deposit to boot. And as everyone knows, the minute you sign on the dotted line you start to lose money as the value of the vast majority of cars only ever depreciates. Also, this expense comes before you’ve even thought about road tax, insurance and servicing costs. Fuel is a major factor too, and one you will save significant amounts on whether you are renting or buying an electric car.

Green motion has a great range of electric, hybrid and low emissions cars and vans for all your mid to long-term rental needs. If you would like to rent a car, while ensuring that the impact on the environment is kept to a minimum, use our online booking system to find the best option for you.