Car hire in Cowes
Browse vehicles from popular rental car companies in Cowes with Uber Rent. From electric cars and hatchbacks to SUVs, you’ll find vehicles fit for solo travellers and groups with up to 7 people. Enter your time and location details (like AVV Avalon Airport Analytics) to find an available car hire near you.
Reasons to hire a car with Uber
Same-day rental cars
Life happens unexpectedly. Don’t let it slow you down. With same-day reservations, unexpected car troubles and last-minute travel plans are no match for Uber Rent. Pick up your vehicle at AVV Avalon Airport Analytics or another place, then hit the road to keep moving forward.
Seamless reservations
Booking hire cars in Cowes is as easy as requesting a ride with UberX. You can compare hire cars near and far from your location and complete your reservation in the Uber app or online.
Extensive vehicle options
For the family searching for a comfortable van, the business professional in need of a stylish ride and more, consider Uber Rent. You’ll find vehicles of different sizes and models to accommodate your preferences and budget. There’s something for everyone.
Search for the best car hire deals in Cowes, VIC
Uber Rent empowers people like you to search for car rental deals in Cowes with ease. The in-app and online reservation process allows you to compare vehicles from familiar brands in one place for a seamless reservation experience.
A wide range of rental cars, from hatchbacks to SUVs, are readily available for last-minute car rental needs or trips planned in advance. Enjoy same-day car hire bookings, or make reservations ahead of time so travel plans are behind you.
Where you travel is your choice, too. Hit the road for a relaxing weekend getaway near or far from Cowes, or reduce wear and tear on your own wheels while driving to the grocery store for errands. Consider heading to your favourite holiday spot with family and friends, all in your hire car.
Whatever your needs, make the journey as memorable as the destination by booking a rental car with Uber Rent today.
Hire with Uber to ride for less
Get up to AU$15 in Uber credit to request a ride to pick up your rental car.*
How to book hire cars with Uber Rent
Book your car hire online
To begin your reservation, select the button below to visit Uber Rent online or in the Uber app (you’ll need to be signed in to Uber or create an account). Choose the Rental cars icon, then enter the address that your hire car pick-up/drop-off will be near and the times and dates that your reservation will start and end. Browse vehicles, compare prices and suppliers, and consider including add-ons.
Pick up your car hire
Go to the car hire location with your driver licence and physical credit card at the time referenced in your reservation in the Uber app. Note that the name on the credit card must match the name on the main car hire driver licence.
You’ll also need an additional form of ID, which can be your national ID or a passport if you’re renting a car abroad. Check specific payment methods and document requirements in the reservation T&Cs.
Return your car hire
When your reservation is over, return your vehicle to the location indicated in the reservation.
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I ask a question about Uber Carshare?
Uber Carshare is no longer available in Cowes. For more information, please go to these pages:
- What is Uber Rent?
Uber Rent helps people book car hire directly through the Uber app or online. We partner with third-party vehicle companies so you get a great selection of cars and prices in Cowes.
- How do I hire a car with Uber Rent in Cowes?
To book your hire car with the Uber app, select the Rental Cars tile followed by Find cars at the bottom of the screen to begin your reservation. To reserve a rental car online, visit the rent booking page on Uber.com and follow the directions to complete your reservation.
- What are the requirements to hire a car with Uber Rent in Cowes?
You must be at least 21 years old and have held your licence for one year to hire a car with Uber Rent in Cowes. A Young Driver Fee may apply for drivers under age 25, in addition to the standard car rental rate as determined by the supplier. There may be additional requirements depending on the vehicle and the supplier you select. You can view these requirements in the Terms and Conditions linked in the ‘More information’ section after you select Manage reservation.
- Can I cancel or change my reservation in Cowes?
Yes, you can cancel your reservation for free and for any reason in Cowes before your reservation pick-up time.
To view the rental terms and conditions, select Manage reservation on the ‘Upcoming rental’ screen in the Uber app, then View details on the ‘Your reservations’ screen.
Currently, you can only change your reservation in-app, and changes can only be made before the reservation starts.
- What car hire suppliers are most popular with people using Uber Rent in Cowes?
Popular car hire suppliers vary from city to city. Depending on where you’re hiring, you’ll find car hire suppliers such as Budget and Hertz. After entering your reservation details in the Uber app or online, you can browse the car hire suppliers available in Cowes.
- Do I need my own insurance to hire a car in Cowes with Uber Rent?
No, you don’t need personal car insurance to hire a car with Uber Rent. When you arrive at the rental location to pick up your vehicle, the car hire company can offer several types of car hire insurance plans and protection products to help protect you in case of an accident.
- Can I reserve a hire car the same day with Uber Rent in Cowes?
Yes, you can reserve a hire car the same day with Uber Rent in Cowes. Enter your pick-up and drop-off details online or in the Uber app to review available cars for hire near you.
- What payment methods does Uber Rent accept in Cowes?
You can pay for your car hire at the counter when picking up your rental car. You must bring a physical credit card to the rental location for pick-up. The name on the credit card must match the name on the primary rental driver licence.
- Are hire cars available for pick-up at AVV Avalon Airport Analytics?
To verify if hire cars are available for pick-up at AVV Avalon Airport Analytics, select the Rental cars tile in the Uber app and enter the airport’s address in the ‘Pick up & return near’ field. You can also search on the rent booking page online.
- Do I need to refill the fuel before returning a hire car booked with Uber Rent in Cowes?
To view the rental terms and conditions, such as whether you need to refill the fuel in your hire car, select Manage reservation on the ‘Upcoming rental’ screen in the Uber app, then View details on the ‘Your reservations’ screen.
- Who do I contact if the hire car breaks down in Cowes?
If your car breaks down in Cowes, you should contact the rental company responsible for providing your vehicle.
To view the rental customer support information, choose Manage reservation on the ‘Upcoming rental’ screen in the Uber app, then View details on the ‘Your reservations’ screen. Under ‘More information’, select Get help to find the contact details.
- Are luxury hire cars available with Uber Rent in Cowes?
To see if luxury hire cars are available with Uber Rent in Cowes, use the Uber app or visit the Uber car hire page online. Choose the Rental cars tile in the app and add your reservation details to view the available vehicles.
- Can I hire a utility vehicle with Uber Rent in Cowes?
You can verify the availability of utility vehicles in Cowes with the app or online. While signed in to your Uber account from a mobile device, choose Rental cars and enter your reservation details. Then select the filters icon to see if utility vehicles are available. From a desktop computer, visit the Uber vehicle hire page, then add your reservation details. Choose the Large filter to verify the availability of pickup trucks near you.
- Can I hire a van with Uber Rent in Cowes?
You can verify if hire vans are available in Cowes online or with the app. While signed in to your Uber account from a mobile device, choose the Rental cars tile and enter your reservation details to see if vans are available. If you’re using a desktop computer, visit the Uber car hire page, then enter your reservation details to verify if vans are available.
- Can I hire moving trucks with Uber Rent in Cowes?
No, you cannot hire moving trucks with Uber Rent in Cowes. While signed in to your account, tap the filter icon in the top right corner on a mobile device or choose Large from a desktop computer to find the largest available vehicle options near your pick-up and drop-off locations.
- Can I hire a car to drive and earn with Uber in Cowes?
Cars rented with Uber Rent cannot be used to drive with Uber in Cowes. If you need a car to earn with the Uber app, learn more about options offered by our vehicle solutions partners here. Uber can connect you with car rental, leasing and finance providers that offer a variety of deals designed for ridesharing or delivering in select cities.
Uber is not responsible for the products and/or services offered by third parties or for the terms and conditions (including financial terms) under which those products and services are offered. Uber is not a car hire broker or insurer/insurance intermediary. Uber will also provide the third parties with the data to enable use of their products and services and features that improve the user experience, including users’ country of residence, currency and language, subject to Uber’s Privacy Notice.
*When you rent with Uber, you’ll get up to AU$15 off your ride to pick up your vehicle at the rental location. This offer is valid for a limited time from 22 August to 15 October 2024, and is only for users who received this promotion directly from Uber, have booked their rental on Uber Rent and request a ride to a rental location in Australia for the date and time noted in the rental confirmation email. Maximum of one ride per offer. Promotion is valid up to 3 times per user. Offer does not apply to surcharges, tolls or tips and cannot be combined with other offers. Offer is non-transferable. Offer and terms are subject to change.
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