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Which? Get Answers podcast: avoiding rental car hire rip-offs

We go behind the scenes of our undercover investigation and give you tips to use for your next car hire.
James RoweSenior Video and Audio Content Creator

Having worked at the BBC and in commercial radio before joining Which?, James produces our always-on podcasts, and oversaw the launch of our member-exclusive podcasts in 2025.

Images from Which?'s undercover rental car investigation

Driving abroad is never the most relaxing part of a holiday. But a Which? undercover investigation has uncovered the stresses that can start before you even get hold of the keys for your rental car.

So what can you do to ensure you don't get ripped off at the car hire desk? And what advice do we have for driving while abroad?

This episode is hosted by Harry Kind and Lisa Webb, alongside Which? Senior researcher & writer Lauren Bell, and Will & Meera, better known as @vanonamission.


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The Which? Get Answers podcast is a special mini-series, bringing you free expert advice for life’s everyday questions.

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