February 2nd, 2012
Auckland plays host to an array of events and festivals during summer. If you’re visiting New Zealand’s biggest city and you’re looking for something to do while you’re there, take a look at some of the events to watch out for. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: auckland events, auckland travel, summer
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February 1st, 2012
Dunedin’s location on the east coast of the lower South Island makes it a superb base for a holiday or weekend tour. Here are some of the places to discover in your rental car while in the region. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: dunedin attractions, dunedin car rentals, dunedin travel, new zealand travel
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November 2nd, 2011
The Lonely Planet has named Queenstown and the Southern Lakes as number 8 in its top 10 regions to visit in 2012 due to the breathtaking scenery and outstanding adventure and leisure activities, so head down to the lower South Island and discover why the area is so deserving of this endorsement. Check out our pick of the best destinations in the region and take your rental car on a road trip to explore at your own pace. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: dunedin car rentals, new zealand travel, queenstown attractions, self drive tours
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September 13th, 2011
We are pleased to announce the addition of the ever-popular Toyota Camry sedan to the USAVE rental car fleet.
Premium Touring Rental Car
Featuring an economical 2400cc engine and comfortable cabin space big enough for 5 adults plus 3 large and 2 small suitcases, this rental car is a great choice if you want a late model car (less than 4 years old). The Toyota Camry is available from our Auckland, Palmerston North, Christchurch and Dunedin depots.
These Premium Touring rental cars are currently available in limited numbers so book early to avoid disappointment.
Tags: new zealand travel, rental cars new zealand
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August 15th, 2011
Snow has been falling throughout New Zealand today and with forecasters predicting more snow for parts of the country, we would like to remind everyone to drive very carefully and to avoid travelling if weather conditions in your area are severe.
The South Island had been particularly affected and at this stage our Christchurch car rentals depot is open, but our Dunedin car rentals branch is closed – please call 0508-11-22-33 for further updates and enquiries.
Please refer to our winter driving articles for advice on keeping safe on the roads:
Enjoy the beautiful winter scenery and keep safe if you’re travelling by road!
Tags: christchurch car rentals, christchurch travel, driving safety, dunedin car rentals, dunedin travel, new zealand travel, travel tips, winter
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July 26th, 2011
Christchurch woke up to a winter wonderland yesterday with the region blanketed with snow. The landscape looked rather different and many people enjoyed a bonus day off work. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: christchurch car rentals, new zealand travel, winter
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July 21st, 2011
At USAVE Car and Truck Rentals we have some new arrivals in the rental trucks fleet – 5 ton 28-30m³ Mitsubishi Fuso (or similar) box body furniture trucks with tail lift included to help make loading and unloading easy.
5 Ton Box Body Rental Truck
For those with just a full Class 1 car licence we still have our 10-20m³ hire trucks to get you moving, together with all the extras you may need such as furniture blankets, hand trolleys, strops and tie downs. We also offer furniture trailer hire if you need additional capacity.
Visit us online at www.hireatruck.co.nz for further details or call the USAVE team toll free (NZ) 0508-11-22-33.
Tags: truck rental
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July 20th, 2011
Winter has hit Canterbury! After a slow start to the snowy season, the Canterbury ski fields are now covered in fresh powder and waiting for you to carve some shapes! The Canterbury ski fields offer a fantastic winter’s day out for everyone. Whether you’re a learner or into big air and rails, the world class ski fields surrounding Christchurch cater to all levels and styles.
We’ve reviewed a few of our favourite ski fields in the Canterbury area. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: christchurch car rentals, new zealand travel, travel tips, winter
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July 14th, 2011
Christchurch is the gateway to a variety of exciting and entertaining winter events. Whether you’re interested in winter sports or family-friendly festivals, Christchurch and the Canterbury region offer a selection of events to keep your spirits up this winter! Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: christchurch car rentals, christchurch events, driving safety, winter
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July 4th, 2011
If you’re planning on moving south in the very near future we have an awesome deal to save you some serious cash. We’re offering our 15-16m³ box body trucks with a discounted one-way rental fee of just $190.00 from Palmerston North to either Christchurch or Dunedin.
Save $400.00 on the usual one-way truck rental fee of $590.00!
USAVE's 15-16m3 Box Body Rental Truck
Only two units available at this deal, truck hire must be completed by the end of July. Contact us for further information toll free on 0508-11-22-33.
Tags: christchurch travel, dunedin travel, palmerston north, truck rental
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