The RentCar.mu blog
Tips for driving and renting in Mauritius, and best practices for rental agencies.
Why digitise your rental agency in Mauritius (and where to start)
Notebook, WhatsApp and spreadsheets quickly hit their limits: double bookings, deposit disputes, wasted hours. The digitisation path that works, step by step.
Driving in Mauritius: the complete visitor's guide
Left-hand driving, licence requirements, speed limits, roundabouts and speed cameras: everything to know before getting behind the wheel.
Digital vehicle inspections: the end of deposit disputes
The deposit dispute is the worst moment of any rental, for the customer and for you. The complete method for drop-offs without a debate.
Which car should you rent for your stay in Mauritius?
City car, SUV, family van or premium sedan: how to pick the right category for your itinerary, budget and accommodation.
Deposit, insurance, vehicle inspection: how it really works
A card hold is not a charge, and the digital inspection protects both sides: demystifying the least fun part of car rental.
Setting your rental rates around the Mauritian seasons
A single year-round rate leaves money on the table in December and cars in the car park in May. The simple seasonal grid that maximises revenue.
Picking up your car at Mauritius airport: a step-by-step guide
From the plane to keys in hand in 30 minutes: exactly how an SSR airport pick-up works, plus our tips for the return.
5 unforgettable road trips to drive in Mauritius
From the beach-lined north to the wild south, five tried-and-tested day itineraries with the stops that are truly worth it.
Filling your calendar in low season: 6 approaches that work
May, June, September: tourists thin out but your costs stay. The local segments and offers that keep occupancy up.
Driving in Mauritius during the rainy and cyclone season
From November to April the island mixes sunshine with tropical downpours. The right reflexes at the wheel, and what cyclone warnings mean.
What does renting a car in Mauritius really cost?
Rates by category, seasonal swings, fuel and extras: the real car budget for your stay, with no nasty surprises.