Karratha Car Rental FAQs

Mine spec vehicles are heavy-duty and come equipped with specialised features and equipment to handle various mine site conditions easily. A mine spec car hire must meet safety regulations to keep everyone safe in the workplace, including commute to-and-from any mine site. 

Examples include safety features such as reflective strips and LED lights for improved visibility, UHF radios and satellite phones for communication, and many more.

In Australia, car hire typically includes the base rental fee, damage cover options, roadside assistance and GST. When you hire with Redspot Car Rentals, you also get free additional drivers, no cancellation or amendment fees, and 24/7 support from local Aussie car rental experts for both our All-Inclusive and Standard Packages! 

Additionally, all Redspot bookings come with contract fees, premium location fees and registration recovery fees included. Chat with our friendly team at 1300 668 810 for all the details! 

Depends on your plans! Vehicle type, booking duration, chosen damage excess cover, seasonal factors and more will affect the cost of hiring a mine spec ute. That said, average daily hire rates may range from $90 to $300 for smaller vehicles like 4WD utes. For larger trucks, this can range from $120 to $450.

Check out our handy Redspot rental car booking tool to scope out the latest rates. Pick and choose from a wide range of well-maintained, quality vehicles and ride through your workday with ease!

They sure are! Here at Redspot, we take loving care of our fleet, whether you’re on the road for a few days or a few months. Our fleet maintains an average age of 6 months old. Additionally, we thoroughly inspect and clean all our vehicles after they are returned to ensure tip-top condition. 

For long-term car hire, our swapping out process will keep your mine-spec rental spot on! Every month, our expert team will get in touch via phone to check in on any maintenance issues and the kilometre (km) reading. 

Once km reaches a certain amount, your Redspot vehicle will be serviced or swapped out for a fresher ride, depending on your needs. We keep on top of the maintenance, so you can tackle the mine site conditions stress-free. Alternatively, contact our friendly team at 1300 668 810 to arrange swap-outs or request more information!

Don’t sweat the paperwork with Redspot! For mine spec drivers, all you need to bring for vehicle collection is your valid driver’s licence (and credit card, depending on your company agreement*). 

For travel managers, get in touch with our Sales team to set up seamless travel management with Redspot Business Club! We’ll guide you through our Business Club Portal, where you can choose your ideal billing setup, keep track of travel logistics and manage agreements easily. You can also load any required documents here, such as the company credit card for easy payments! 

*If your company is set up for split bill back or all paid for by the driver, please present your driver’s licence AND credit card at pickup. Remember to check with your employer and ensure you have all the correct details to get rolling! 

Whether your company’s rental setup is full bill back, split bill back or all paid for by the driver upon pickup, we’ve got your papers covered so you can focus on the road.

You sure can! We’re one of the few Aussie companies that give the green light for local P-platers over 21 to rent a car, with mine-spec and commercial vehicles included. 

Keeping you safe is our top priority, so we have a few safety rules that are designed to make sure you get from Point A to Point B without a hitch. 

If you are a P-plater, you must:

• Hold a Provisional P2 licence (green Ps).
• Hold a driver’s licence that is valid for a minimum of 12 months from the date of rental collection.

When you rent a car, remember to factor in the daily surcharge. This surcharge applies to all drivers holding an Australian provisional driver’s licence. Keep in mind that P-platers can also reduce damage cover to a maximum of $330. 

Aged between 21 and 25? You have access to our range of small to medium-sized sedans and hatchbacks. Provisional drivers over the age of 25 can enjoy renting any vehicle available from our entire fleet. 

Check out our Provisional Drivers guide for all the details to get you geared up for the road.

Yes! International visitors can use their valid overseas driver’s licence and passport to rent vehicles from Redspot. 

If you need to stay in Australia for longer than 3 months, you’ll need to transition to a local driver’s licence. This depends on the state or territory you’re travelling in, so check in with our friendly team for local advice. 

If your licence is not in English, we’ll also need a translated version from your embassy or traffic authority in your home country. For more information, see our complete guide to renting a vehicle with an overseas licence.

Unfortunately, Redspot cars do not come with GPS or sat nav (satellite navigation) systems. If you need navigational help though, never fear! 

Most Redspot cars are equipped with Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, which allows hands-free navigation. This helps keep you safe while driving – we don’t recommend using your mobile phone for navigation otherwise. 

Bring along a USB or USB-C connector to use the location services available in-car facilities. We do not provide mobile phone connectors, so it’s best to come prepared in case you’d like to make full use of these services.

Yes, you sure can! Book with our All-Inclusive Package to get up to $1500 standard damage liability for commercial and mine spec vehicles. If you book with our Standard Package, you can reduce up to $6200 standard damage liability for commercial and mine spec.

Note: ‘Amount reduced by’ for damage liability excess is dependent on the vehicle type and hire itinerary selected. For any questions, contact our team at 1300 668 810 for all the details.

If the Redspot car rental branch is closed at Karratha Airport, never fear. You have a couple of after-hours pick-up options to get you rolling, even if your flight gets delayed. Choose to:

1. Provide your flight number to us during the booking process, or by calling our Karratha Airport team on (08) 6400 6009 (branch direct). We will track your flight until it arrives, well past operating hours. We will also wait for you up to 60 minutes after your flight has officially landed.
   
   Select this option to ensure your peace of mind, no matter how your flight goes! This is especially helpful if you are booking through a third party, travelling into Karratha via an international flight or arriving on a late-night flight.  
2. Fly without providing a flight number with your booking. We will wait up to 60 minutes past your booked arrival time.  
3. If you haven’t provided a flight number and your flight arrives past the booked arrival time, please make alternative travel arrangements. Your rental vehicle will be available for collection the next business day. 

For after-hours drop-off, head to the Terminal Car Park and follow the signage. After parking, drop your keys off at the Redspot counter’s 24/7 key drop box, located inside the terminal building. 

Questions? Contact our friendly Karratha Airport team by phone or email to discuss your options.

Due to limited space, customers unfortunately cannot leave personal cars in the Redspot depot. These car spots are reserved for your rental vehicles! If you require transportation to our depot, please contact our friendly team at 1300 668 810 or [email protected]. We may be able to arrange pick-up/drop-off plans with local branch staff, depending on availability.

Unfortunately, breakdowns can occur in vehicles of all types and get in the way of your workday. That’s why we offer 24-hour roadside assistance for all our vehicles.

Prefer to be fully covered for everything from lost keys to punctured tyres to running out of fuel? You can prepay for our Premium Roadside Assistance.