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Young? Provisional? No Problem. You Can Still Rent with Redspot. Trying to hire a car under 25? Been knocked back at the rental desk because you’re still on your Ps? We get it. It’s tough being a younger driver in a rental world built for suit-and-tie business travellers. But at Redspot, we’re doing things differently. […]

Australia is built for adventure — and a lot of those adventures start where the bitumen ends. Whether you’re heading to a remote beach, a national park, or a local outback pub where the dirt road doubles as the driveway, you might be wondering: “Can I take my rental car on unsealed roads?”Let’s break it down […]

Welcome to the Beef Capital – But There’s More Than Steak to Sizzle Rockhampton might be famous for cattle, but this Central Queensland hub is so much more than cow statues and R.M. Williams boots. It’s the launchpad to epic coastlines, jaw-dropping caves, national parks, and classic country towns. Whether you’ve flown into Rocky for […]

So, you’re planning an Aussie holiday. You’ve locked in the flights, scoped out the beaches, and maybe even bookmarked a few brunch spots. But now comes the big logistical question: Should you rent a car or rely on rideshare apps like Uber and DiDi? It’s a fair debate — both have their perks. But when […]

Intro: Welcome to Perth — Australia’s Laid-Back Launchpad Ah, Perth. The most remote capital city in the world. But don’t let the distance fool you — WA’s sun-drenched capital is the perfect base for road-tripping bliss. With jaw-dropping coastline, quirky inland towns, and world-class wine regions all within reach, it’s one of the best places […]

Introduction: Renting Isn’t Rocket Science — But It’s Close Whether you’re a local planning a road trip or a tourist touching down for the first time, car rental in Australia can be surprisingly complex. What looks like a $59-a-day deal can balloon once you factor in insurance, fuel policies, tolls, and sneaky “admin” fees. But […]

Your Essential Central Australia Road Trip Guide There’s nowhere in the world quite like Australia’s Red Centre. From the spiritual power of Uluru to the ancient red gorges of Kings Canyon, it’s a place that demands to be experienced slowly, up close, and ideally behind the wheel. In this ultimate Central Australia road trip guide, […]

Why fly when you can cruise the coast? This isn’t just a drive — it’s a five-day feast of seaside towns, ocean views, boutique stays, and wildlife encounters. From Jervis Bay’s white sands to Eden’s seafood and Lakes Entrance serenity, this guide plots out your dream road trip with handy driving tips, ideal stopovers, and […]

Redspot Car Rentals is excited to announce its new role as a Premium Partner of Sunshine Coast Lightning, one of Australia’s leading teams in women’s netball. This partnership celebrates the shared values of performance, community spirit, and empowering women in sport. As a premium partner for the 2025 season, Redspot will provide fleet support to […]

Redspot Car Rentals is proud to announce its appointment as an approved supplier under the NSW Government’s new Short-Term Rental of Motor Vehicles contract (Contract C0021120), effective from 29 August 2025 through 31 March 2030. info.buy.nsw.gov.au This whole-of-government agreement, managed by NSW Procurement, provides NSW Government agencies and eligible non-agency buyers with access to a […]