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Electric Car Hire
Within our growing hybrid and electric car hire range, you will enjoy driving comfort, performance and all while being environmentally friendly.
Better for the environment
Zero emission levels from fully electric vehicles help you reduce your carbon footprint and move towards a more sustainable future.
Cost effective
If you drive an EV instead of a petrol vehicle, your fuel expenses could be reduced by up to 80%.
Driving experience
Electric cars can be more comfortable, safer to drive, and quieter. Also, all of our vehicles feature the newest technology, keeping you safe and connected while driving.
CARHIRE.ie Electric & Hybrid fleet
Hire an electric or hybrid car with CARHIRE.ie View our growing fleet which include electric & hybrid cars available to rent, discover their unique benefits and learn more about our solutions support charging.
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Electric Car Hire
A car with simply an electric engine and a battery that can be recharged. Low fuel expenses (80% savings), quiet, simple to drive, and zero carbon dioxide emissions.
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Hybrid Electric Car Hire
"Hybrid" or "Self-Charging Electric Vehicle" are cars with low emissions that support an internal combustion engine with an electric motor which has no rechargeable battery. The petrol or diesel engine provides all of the energy.
Reduced CO2 emissions and fuel usage.
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Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV)
These have a electric motor, a rechargeable battery, and a conventional internal combustion engine. These vehicles are able to go between 45 and 95 kms entirely on electricity before converting to a hybrid mode when the battery runs out.
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Dublin rental locations
A small capital with a big cultural impact, discover wonder in Dublin’s unique history, nightlife and nearby natural beauty.
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Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport is an international airport serving Dublin, Ireland. The gateway to Ireland, explore with ease of a rental car.
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Galway
The City of the Tribes is Ireland’s Bohemian capital. From bustling streets to day trips in the county, it’s the gem of the West.
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Cork City
Locals will tell you it’s the real capital — a former European Capital of Culture, and a gateway to breathtaking road trips.
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Cork Airport
Cork Airport is the second-largest international airport in Ireland, after Dublin. It is located in 6.5 south of Cork City.
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Limerick
From mediaeval buildings to galleries, museums and the home of Munster Rugby, you’ll treasure a trip to the Treaty City.
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Knock
Ireland West Airport Knock is a perfect hub for exploring the West, and the Wild Atlantic Way for world-famous coastal drives.
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Shannon
A bustling town surrounded by Ireland’s most cherished scenery and bucket list road trips, including the iconic Burren region.
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Kerry
From the majestic Ring of Kerry coastal drive, to idyllic tourist towns like Dingle, Killarney and Tralee, explore the magic of the Kingdom.
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FAQs
Most electric cars don't have gears since they use automatic gearbox. A electric car typically has the accelerator and brake pedals. Driving any other vehicle is identical to everything else; the only difference is the engine type.
As electric cars don't produce harmful emissions like CO2, they significantly reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable way of life.
Your rental fee includes the cost of electricity. You can only use the charging stations of our chosen charging partners with the key fob we'll give you.
Other charging networks must be used at the customer's expense.
Our electric & plug in hybrids cables are provided which can should be found in the boot or beneath the hood.
Only the charging cables we provide with the car may be used to recharge it. You are responsible for any potential damage to the cable.
It depends on the size of the battery and the charging station speeds.