As we enter the peak months of June, July and August, we are witnessing a significant surge in searches and bookings. To help you make the most of this opportunity and maximize your earnings, we highly encourage you to update your car listing.
Adjust your availability
Make sure your car is available during longer periods of time to accommodate the high demand. Most drivers would prefer to book your car for at least 1 or 2 weeks to get away and make the most of their summer.
If you’re leaving on vacation, consider one of these 3 options:
Install Getaround Connect: no key exchanges, no meet-ups — our app handles everything so you can save time or even rent while being on holiday.
No need to go to meet the drivers = ideal solution for the holidays. Getaround Connect device allows drivers to instantly locate, book, and unlock your car at any time, through the Getaround app.
Delegate responsibilities to trusted individuals to handle the rentals. It is important to clearly define roles and responsibilities and provide the necessary information to the designated person in order to effectively manage driver inquiries. By establishing clear guidelines, everyone involved will have a clear understanding of their tasks and obligations, ensuring smooth handling of rental requests.
If you are unable to delegate your management, remember to update your calendar and/or availability. Simply go to your calendar settings, adjust your unavailable dates, and you'll only receive booking requests for periods that start before you leave and end after you return. Alternatively, you can block your calendar for your vacation dates and still receive requests for when you're back in town.
Offer alternative delivery options
If possible, consider offering delivery to train stations and airports to attract even more bookings.
Providing this convenient service can greatly enhance the appeal of your car rental listing, especially for travelers who rely on public transportation. By offering delivery to these key transportation hubs, you can tap into a wider customer base and increase your chances of securing more bookings.
Review your rental prices
Smart Pricing increases your earnings and saves you time. Simply turn it on to automatically optimise your prices based on ongoing demand. There’s no need to update your price calendar. During the summer months it helps to maximize your revenue by up to 20%!
Improve the quality of your listing
After price and reviews, photos are the most important factor for drivers when choosing a listing. So make sure your photos are high-quality and showcase your car in the best possible light. Make your future drivers dream about their upcoming vacation.
Don't forget to update your description to include all available equipment, such as air conditioning or a child seat. Be the owner who instills trust and assures your drivers that they will have everything they need during their stay.
By making these simple adjustments, you can ensure that your listing stands out and attracts more bookings, helping you to make the most of this high season.