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Drive Car Hire – Hobart City

Drive Car Hire – Hobart City

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Drive Car Hire is a Tasmanian-owned and operated family business. They have been offering affordable car rentals throughout Tasmania for over 35 years. The team of friendly locals provide helpful service and are armed with all the tips you will need to maximise your time in Tasmania.

With a modern fleet of vehicles including hatches, sedans, SUVs, 4WDs, and minivans (up to 12 seaters), they will help you choose the best car for your needs. Fuel-saving electric and hybrid cars are also available.

Drive Car Hire is the first company to offer electric vehicles (EVs) for hire in Tasmania, with a fleet of Tesla’s available in Hobart and Launceston.

Drive Car Hire also offer a range of premium and sports cars including Mercedes, Mustang, Mini Cooper, BMW convertibles, Porsche, and Range Rover.

The Hobart City office is conveniently located in the city centre – a ten-minute walk from Salamanca Place and a 12 to 15-minute walk from the cruise terminal. They are open seven days a week with returns available after hours.

Drop-off at Hobart airport is available alongside one-way rentals to Launceston airport and, by request only, Devonport and Strahan.

Drive cars are allowed to go to Bruny Island and are also covered for travel on unsealed roads. Child seats are available.

Location

92 Harrington Street, Hobart, Tasmania, 7000
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Drive Car Hire – Hobart City

Drive Car Hire is a Tasmanian-owned and operated family business. They have been offering affordable car rentals throughout Tasmania for over 35 years.

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Article Created: 25 June 2025
Last Updated: 22 June 2026

The Hobart and Beyond Editorial Team is dedicated to bringing you the best insider tips, local stories, and up-to-date guides to exploring southern Tasmania.

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