How To Hire A Kid-Friendly Dual-Cab UTE

When you need to hire a dual cab Ute and you have kids then it takes a bit of careful thought and investigation to determine just which Ute will be adequate for the family especially if you have to fit three car seats in the back. The best way to go is to approach your local Gold Coast van hire company for advice and see just what they have to offer.

Then check out a few other rental companies and get as large a selection of possibilities as possible. Price is not always the most important factor as it is proven that the leading cause of death and permanent injury for under 14 years old in Australia is trauma through motor vehicle accidents which is why traffic enforcers are so strict on child restraints. No matter how careful you are, there is the unexpected and the threat from other drivers who are not so careful to think about.

Until recently a dual cab Ute was considered a work vehicle and not suitable for use as a family car, but now they are becoming a popular family car of choice

What to look for in choosing a dual cab?

• The first thing you need to establish is whether or not your existing child car seats will fit in the Ute, or will the hire company provided you with and fit suitable seats that will properly restrain your children
• Once you have found a Ute, will it also be suitable for carrying the load you wish to take with you
• What are the creature comforts provided in the Ute such as CD or DVD players for the comfort and entertainment of your passengers?
• Do they offer a Ute drop off and Pick up service or do you have to get the Ute from their depot?
• Do they offer flexible rental hours so you can collect or drop off the Ute outside normal working hours and do they charge more for this service?
• Do they offer a one way hire if you’re going interstate or to another city and what are the charges?
• Do they have drop side options for the tray?
• Will, you need a hard or soft cover on the tray?
• Do you require a lockable Ute box or a canopy if you will leave the load unattended for any length of time?
• Consider whether or not you will require a roof rack, tow bar, lifting ramp winch or other accessories and what are the relevant charges
• Find out about the insurance options for third party and passengers
• Do they have roadside assist as standard or do you have to pay extra, and what would happen for you and your family in the event of a breakdown or accident during the hire

When looking for a child friendly dual cab Ute to hire one of the best places to look is a family owned and run Gold Coast Ute Hire Company for friendly advice and service. Ask them about the Utes they have with child seats and find one that can also accommodate the load you wish to carry.