Aussie family business wins Product Review Car Rental Services of the Year 2026 and Direct Car Hire of the Year — proof that Australians can rely on Redspot.
Redspot Car Rentals has been proudly named Product Review Car Rental Services of the Year 2026, while also taking home Direct Car Hire of the Year 2026, joining a select group of recognised operators in the category.
For the family-owned Australian business, the recognition means far more than an award. It reflects nearly four decades of genuine service, local jobs, and doing things the right way.
Founded in 1989, Redspot started as a small, independent Australian car-rental company with a simple belief: treat people fairly, look after your community, and always do what you say you’ll do. That belief still defines the brand today and is captured in its long-standing promise: You Can Rely on Redspot.
Today, Redspot is the only Australian-owned and family-run car-rental company with locations across all major airports in Australia, proudly competing alongside global brands while remaining locally operated.
“These awards mean a great deal to us because they come directly from customer reviews,” said Dan Mekler, Managing Director of Redspot Car Rentals.
“They’re based on real experiences — families travelling together, workers getting to job sites, people needing help when plans change. Knowing customers feel they can rely on us is incredibly meaningful.”
Family-owned. Australian run. Local at heart.
Redspot remains 100% Australian-owned and family-run, and its commitment to local communities is reflected in how the business operates nationwide.
“We only employ local people at our branches,” Mekler said.
“Our teams live where they work. They know their communities, they care about their customers, and that genuine service shows through in our reviews. It’s not scripted. It’s just who we are.”
By employing locally and keeping operations lean, Redspot maintains lower overheads, allowing the business to pass savings directly on to customers while supporting Australian jobs and contributing to the broader economy.
Two awards, one philosophy
Winning both Car Rental Services of the Year and Direct Car Hire of the Year highlights Redspot’s commitment to honest pricing, transparency and reliability, whether customers are booking directly online or in-branch.
“From day one, Redspot has been built on trust,” Mekler said.
“No hidden fees, no shortcuts. Just straightforward service and fair prices. These awards tell us that Australians still value businesses they can rely on.”
A heartfelt thank you to customers
Redspot credits the recognition to the thousands of customers who have taken the time to share their experiences on ProductReview.com.au.
“To everyone who left a review, thank you,” Mekler said.
“You’ve supported an Australian family business and helped us grow while staying true to who we are. We’re incredibly proud to serve communities across Australia, and we don’t take that trust lightly.”
As Redspot looks ahead, the focus remains unchanged from its beginnings in 1989:
local people, genuine service, fair pricing — and a promise Australians know they can rely on.
You Can Rely on Redspot.