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Car and Motorbike Rent

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Car Rent

One of the best ways to see Phuket is to hire a car and drive around. There are many scenic roads, particularly on the West Coast.

It's fun, easy and best of all - inexpensive.

There are two car rental companies featured on this site, both offer full insurance.

• Budget Car Hire
• Via Car Rent

Although driving here is easy, you must ensure that you follow these guidelines

• In Thailand driving is on the left side of the road, as in the UK, Singapore and numerous other countries.
• A valid International License or Thai Driving License is essential.
• Seat belt wearing and drink driving laws apply, and are occasionally enforced.
• Full Comprehensive Insurance is a must. Beware of street side vendors with signs saying 'With Insurance' - usually the level of insurance is very very basic and would not cover the car, nor passengers - just third party injuries or damage.

Motorbike Rent

There are many road side vendors that offer motor bikes for rent, from the zippy 100cc moped type to the 750cc road race variety. Our advice is to avoid renting bikes under any circumstance. No motorbike is insurable, regardless of what the vendor tells you, and many a persons holiday has been ruined by an accident on a bike here. If you have an accident you will almost certainly be responsible for all bike repairs (or costly replacement), all medical bills for yourself and any other involved parties - regardless of who was to blame.