Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Hamilton are: Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Toyota Commuter, Toyota Minibus, Toyota Tarago 8 Seater and Kia Carnival.
Standard capacity of a minivan in New Zealand is up to 9 people (8+1 formula), traditionally providing seven or eight passenger seats. The capacity of a minibus may vary from 9 to 15 people.
Please note, that in order to rent in New Zealand a vehicle with capacity which exceeds 8 passengers, you would need a driving license of the corresponding category.
Minivan dimensions are quite unusual for an ordinary driver, which sometimes leads to appearance of scratches and dents during unsuccessful manoeuvring or parking. Therefore, we encourage you to order full coverage of insurance franchise during your booking, or directly at the rental office in Hamilton.
Before leaving the parking garage in Hamilton, inspect the minivan for exteriour defects and other signs of damage together with the office representative and mark the found defects found in your rental documents.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a great driving experience on the roads of New Zealand!
Popular questions on rental process
The police are not frequent guests on the road. However, this does not mean that drivers can ignore the traffic regulations easily. If a car moving in the opposite direction “winks” with high beams, it means that the driver wants to warn others about the road patrol.
The road traffic is mostly controlled by means of cameras and radar, which are present on all the roads. If there is a violation, it will be surely noticed, and soon the driver will receive the receipt for the payment of the fine sent by mail. If the driver receives more than 20 traffic tickets a year, his driving license will be automatically cancelled.
Speeding is considered a serious violation. Drivers will also have to pay heavy fines for talking on the cell phone while driving. It is worth noting that local drivers rarely exceed speed, and that happens not because of heavy fines, but because of measured and leisurely lifestyle that dominates in the country.
