Devon car hire

Hiring a car in Devon provides you with the freedom and flexibility to explore the country at your own speed and not have to rely on the less efficient public transport system in place. For example, you can travel from Bideford (on the Bristol channel) to Exmouth (on the English Channel) in about 1h 20min by car, compared with a journey that takes at least 2h 30min by public transport. A car hire in Devon also enables you to go and explore secluded beaches such as Welcombe Mouth Beach, which would be more tricky to reach without your own vehicle.

Driving in Devon is the same as what you are used to when driving throughout the rest of the United Kingdom, as you will drive on the left, with the steering wheel being on the right. You will also be familiar with the speed limits, as they are comparable to the rest of the country. In residential areas, you generally must drive no faster than 20 mph; in towns, you must stick to 30 mph; whilst in rural areas, you can usually drive as fast as 60 mph; and on motorways and dual carriageways, the limit is 70 mph. Driving in the summer months can be especially challenging in Devon as there are lots of cars on the roads, with tourists driving to the beaches in the county, to the ferry port in Plymouth and through to Cornwall as well.

The minimum age to hire a car in the United Kingdom is 21, with Devon being no different. However, this will vary with each individual car hire company, with some having the minimum age even higher. So, it is advised that you check with each company before you decide from whom you will hire a car. Many of the companies will also not hire cars with larger engines to customers until they have reached a certain age, usually 25. Similarly, those who are under 25 years of age are often required to pay a surcharge when hiring a car in Devon.

Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Devon.

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