There are many different ways to get around on holiday, but many families stay attached to the car to get to their intended destination in any season. Indeed, the car is practical because it allows you to easily transport the luggage and equipment you need, but it also offers a great deal of autonomy on the spot to move around and thus travel to the various places of tourist interest. When choosing to make the car your main means of transport for leisure and tourism, it is important to choose the right model, and this depends on various criteria that must be taken into account. Here are a few tips to help you choose the right car and take the road to your holiday with confidence
Used car or new car?
The second-hand market accounts for a large share of car sales in France, it's a question of budget, of course. There are now very good second-hand models available, which can of course be used extensively for holidays and to travel around France. But many people who decide to use their car to travel to the other side of the country, or even organise a road trip in Europe, would like to be able to buy a new car. A new car means being able to count on a solid, safe vehicle that will avoid breakdowns that can quickly spoil a holiday. But for financial reasons, it is not always easy to acquire this type of vehicle.
So why not use the car agent box? Indeed, the mission of this car professional is to be the interface between the buyer and the network of car brands located abroad, by negotiating the lowest rates for the purchase of a new car. The advantages are multiple, with first of all the price, lower than the one appearing in the catalogue, for a product which remains the same, with the same equipment and the same qualities specific to the manufacturers. Some models are made in France, and others in other European countries, giving the motorist a wide choice of makes and models. For example, a fan of German makes may very well use a Volkswagen agent to try to obtain his favourite model at a favourable price
For holidaymakers, it's an excellent way to treat yourself to a vehicle just out of the factory and take the road to the mountains, the countryside or even the seaside in peace and quiet
Which cars for which households?
Once you've decided to buy a new car through an agent, it's important to choose the model that suits your needs. And for this, the composition of the household is crucial. So, alone or as a couple with children, you don't necessarily need a large model to drive many kilometres. There are some very practical and solid city cars, which have the advantage of being able to sneak everywhere and can be parked very easily, which bodes well for when you leave in the middle of the summer for busy areas. And then, alone or in pairs, you can also enjoy a cut and roll with the wind or a sports car.
Families with children generally need space and a high level of comfort during the trip. It is necessary to accommodate everyone and, in addition, to transport luggage and the necessary equipment on site (camping equipment, games, pushchair...). Fortunately, today's offer is diverse, and families can count on models with a variety of looks, from the single-seater available with up to 7 seats to the SUV, as well as the luggage break and the urban crossover. Air-conditioning, sockets for recharging digital cameras, a large boot, the possibility of attaching bike racks, the equipment is numerous to meet the needs of parents and children.
Travelling by car and reducing your carbon footprint
The automotive world is in constant evolution and today, many brands are working on models that reduce CO2 emissions. This is the case with electric cars of course, but also with hybrid models, which are very popular. For example, choosing a hybrid car for long-distance travel is ideal because you can drive with electric drive phases and when the battery runs down, or when entering areas that require extra power such as the motorway, the petrol engine takes over. With lower fuel consumption, lower fuel consumption, reduced fuel consumption and greater respect for the environment, all the conditions are in place to take you on holiday in excellent conditions
