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Can I drive in New Zealand with a UK licence?
Read moreFor 12 months from the date you enter, you can drive in New Zealand on a UK driving licence without needing to apply for an international driving licence. If you stay longer than 12 months, you will need to transfer your licence to a New Zealand driver’s licence. Unfortunately, the UK provisional driving licence is …
27 August, 2024
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Can I drive in New Zealand with a Singapore licence?
Read moreYour full Singapore driving licence permits you to drive in New Zealand for 12 months from the date you enter, without having an international driving permit. If you stay past 12 months, you will need to convert to a New Zealand driver’s licence. Unfortunately, a Singapore provisional driving licence (PDL) is the equivalent of a …
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27 August, 2024
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How to Drive a Hybrid Car
Read moreWhen you don’t know the first thing about hybrid cars, the thought of driving one can be overwhelming. But it doesn’t need to be. These days, driving and renting a hybrid car couldn’t be easier – whether you’re looking for an eco-friendly rental for a weekend road trip or after a test drive to see …
02 August, 2024
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How to defog car windows and windscreen: A complete guide
Read moreThere’s nothing worse than when you’re all set to kick off the next leg of your road trip, but your car windows and windscreen are foggy and obstructing your vision. In these situations, you can become desperate to defog and continue your journey. In our complete guide, we’ll address the causes of your foggy car …
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16 May, 2024
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How to drive an automatic car: A complete guide
Read moreNew Zealand car rental companies – including GO Rentals – have automatic vehicles making up a large part of their fleet. For visiting drivers who are unfamiliar with driving automatic cars, some preparation is necessary. Our complete guide will provide tips and advice for driving an automatic vehicle to help prepare you to get behind …
16 May, 2024
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Which New Zealand road rules are different to Australia?
Read moreWith New Zealand and Australia sharing many similarities, it’s easy to think that these neighbours’ driving rules are no different. However, that isn’t the case. That’s why we’ve assembled this complete road rules guide for Australian travellers heading to New Zealand. We’ll cover all the different driving rules to be aware of before you make …
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10 April, 2024
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New Zealand Car Rental Insurance Explained
Read morePlanning a road trip in a rental car and making decisions on your New Zealand itinerary is incredibly exciting. However, we know how daunting researching rental car fine print and insurance inclusions can be. It is a necessary step for any car hire road trip and so we have simplified this stage for you. Read …
18 September, 2023
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Getting a Ferry from the North to the South Island of New Zealand
Read moreNew Zealand consists of 2 similarly-sized islands, both jam-packed with things to do. This can be slightly frustrating for travellers planning their itineraries, especially if you intend to rent a car for your trip. When planning a self-driving itinerary around New Zealand, you might think you need to develop 2 separate plans for each island …
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14 August, 2023