What is a Damage Liability Waiver? (And Do You Actually Need It?)

10/09/2025 Travel Tips Useful Articles

You’re at the rental desk, you’ve picked out your ride, and then the agent hits you with that classic question: “Would you like to add a Damage Liability Waiver to your rental?” Cue the internal panic.Is it insurance?Is it a scam?Will my car explode if I say no? Take a breath — we’ve got you. […]

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Young Aussies Driving a Surge in Domestic Travel This Summer

29/11/2024 Road Trips Useful Articles

As the Australian summer kicks off, domestic tourism is booming, with a growing number of Aussies planning local getaways. Gen Z and Millennials are at the forefront of this travel trend, prioritising road trips and regional escapes for their holiday adventures. Australians’ Travel Plans for Summer 2024-25 A recent survey reveals that 70% of Australians […]

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5 Reasons Why Redspot Van Rentals are Essential for Your Small Business

26/02/2024 Commercial Press Useful Articles

Why Vans Are the Backbone of Small Business Success Running a small business in Australia often means wearing multiple hats. One day you’re meeting customers, the next you’re sourcing stock, and before you know it—you’re also the delivery driver. Reliable transport isn’t just convenient, it’s critical. For florists, tradies, caterers, event planners, or even tech […]

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The Best Apps to Download When Travelling in Australia

09/05/2018 Travel Tips Useful Articles

Redspot has plenty of optional extras to help you on your way in comfort and safety. But what about other circumstances that crop up when you’re on the road? Resourceful travel Apps make travelling so much easier and with so many FREE travel Apps in the Apple iTunes Store and Google Play, you’ll be surprised […]

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Unlimited Toll Road Use – Drive with Freedom

20/06/2017 Travel Tips Useful Articles

When you’re visiting Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane for business or leisure, toll roads are often the fastest and most convenient way to get around. But for travellers, the worry of extra fees can take the shine off your trip. That’s where Redspot Car Rentals makes things simple. Why Choose a Package with Unlimited Toll Use? […]

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Surviving (and Thriving) the Spring Racing Carnival: Travel & Car Hire Tips

22/10/2015 Fun Stuff Location Guides Useful Articles Victoria

Every spring, Melbourne bursts into colour, champagne corks pop, and the nation’s eyes turn to the Spring Racing Carnival. From the glamour of Derby Day to the thunder of the Melbourne Cup, it’s more than just a horse-racing event — it’s a cultural phenomenon, a corporate networking hotspot, and one of the busiest times of […]

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Dad’s guide to surviving the school holiday road trip

15/09/2015 Fun Stuff Travel Tips Useful Articles

Bracing yourself for a road trip these school hols? Never fear, surviving the drive is easier than you think. A little bit of forward planning can help you deal with the familiar cries of “Are we there yet?” without losing your cool. Remember to print out this checklist before you go. Just for Dad – […]

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Start on the right foot with Business Club.

07/01/2015 Commercial Useful Articles

Summer comes around quicker every year. Dreaming of your summer holiday is one of our national pastimes then bang……… the holidays have come and gone and it is business as usual. Redspot’s Business Club never takes a break. Our Business Club allows you to hire a car for business purposes or provide an employee benefit […]

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Under 25 and looking to hire a car? No problems!

03/12/2014 Travel Tips Useful Articles

One problem younger people find when hiring a vehicle is the age restrictions. The accepted age for airport car hire in most locations is 25 and older. However, there are many holiday-goers and those on business trips under this age who need a car to get from A to B in the area they are […]

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Roadside Assistance – A Mechanics Guide

05/11/2014 Useful Articles

It doesn’t matter how new or old a car is, breakdowns happen and you need to be prepared for when they do. When you rent from Redspot Car Rentals you automatically receive 24-hour roadside assistance for any mechanical faults that may occur for the duration of the rental period. If you’d like to have complete peace of […]

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