Car Hire in Doverton

Same-day hire is available subject to fleet availability. Calling our team directly on 0411 731 037 is the quickest way to confirm a vehicle for an urgent or last-minute Doverton hire. Online bookings can also be submitted on the day for eligible vehicles.

We recommend booking as early as possible during peak periods such as school holidays and long weekends, when demand across the Cardinia corridor is highest and fleet availability can reduce quickly.

Every ACB Car Rentals booking includes Standard Cover as part of the advertised rate — there is no basic rate that strips insurance out at the counter.

• Third-party liability protection covering damage to other vehicles or property
• Basic collision damage cover on the hire vehicle itself
• A standard excess applies in the event of a claim, detailed in your rental agreement
• 24/7 emergency contact available throughout the hire period

Upgrading to Plus Cover or Full Cover is entirely optional. Both tiers are presented clearly before you confirm, not introduced at collection.

Yes, we rent to drivers aged 21 and over. However, drivers under 25 may be subject to a young driver surcharge, and certain vehicle types may not be available.

The pre-departure walk-around protects you and ACB from any ambiguity about the vehicle's condition at the time of return.

• Inspect all four body panels and both bumpers — photograph any pre-existing scratches or marks
• Check the windscreen and all windows, noting any chips or cracks already on the condition sheet
• Look over all four tyres for visible damage or uneven wear before leaving the depot
• Review interior surfaces including seats, door trims and dashboard for pre-existing marks
• Confirm the fuel gauge reading matches the figure recorded in your rental agreement

ACB Car Rentals maintains timestamped photographic records for every vehicle at each handover. Your own photos provide an independent reference that makes the return equally clear.

Booking two to three days in advance is generally sufficient for weekday hires. For weekend and long-weekend departures from Doverton — particularly trips to Phillip Island or Wilsons Promontory — booking four to seven days ahead is advisable. Demand across the Cardinia corridor picks up significantly on Friday afternoons.

For short notice weekend bookings, call our team directly rather than booking online. We can sometimes accommodate same-day or next-day requests where online availability shows as limited.

ACB Car Rentals operates a full-to-full fuel policy. Vehicles are provided with a full tank at collection and must be returned with a full tank. If a vehicle is returned below the agreed fuel level, the cost of the shortfall plus a refuelling administration fee will be charged.

Doverton hirers travelling into regional areas or along the South Gippsland Freeway are advised to top up before returning to the depot to avoid the refuelling fee. Fuel receipts from the final fill are helpful if any question about the level arises at return.

Vehicle breakdowns are uncommon in the ACB Car Rentals fleet given the under-three-year age policy and pre-hire servicing, but our process for handling them is straightforward.

• Call the 24/7 emergency contact number provided in your rental agreement immediately
• Do not attempt repairs yourself or authorise third-party mechanical work without ACB authorisation
• If the vehicle is unsafe to drive, pull over to a safe position and contact our team before moving it
• ACB will arrange a replacement vehicle or recovery depending on location and circumstances

All rental documentation you receive at collection includes the emergency contact details clearly marked. Save the number to your phone before leaving the depot.

Yes. ACB operates campervans from $110 per day, making them one of the most cost-effective options for self-contained Victorian road trips originating from the Cardinia area. Doverton's position at the gateway to South Gippsland makes it a natural starting point for trips to Wilsons Promontory, Phillip Island and the Strzelecki Ranges.

Campervan availability is more limited than passenger vehicles, so booking well in advance is strongly recommended for peak holiday seasons. Contact our team to discuss specifications, capacity and what is included in the campervan hire rate before you commit.