DriveAway

OUR COMPANY

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Our Company

DriveAway is Australia’s award winning self-drive specialist offering amazing deals on worldwide car and motorhome hire, Euro-Leasing and luxury rentals.

Founded in 1988, we now work with car hire suppliers in 28,000 locations in over 190 countries worldwide, so whether you are travelling for pleasure or business, DriveAway can provide the best solution to suit your needs.

At DriveAway we understand that happy employees make happy clients, and we do our best to ensure that we treat our employees with the same respect they show to our valued clientele. Our staff are valued not only for individual performance and talent, but also for their ability to operate as part of the DriveAway team in order to provide the ultimate customer service experience. If you're thinking about joining the DriveAway Team, take a look at our current career opportunities.

To provide our customers with the best self-drive experience from beginning to end with...

  • An extensive quality product range,
  • Competitive prices,
  • Smart technology,
  • And outstanding service.

At DriveAway, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest standards of service and trust. We proudly announce that DriveAway is ATAS accredited, joining a select group of travel businesses in Australia recognised for their professionalism, reliability, and dedication to consumer protection.

What Does ATAS Accreditation Mean for You?

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA/AFTA) Travel Accreditation Scheme (ATAS) is an industry benchmark that sets a quality standard for travel businesses. Being ATAS accredited means DriveAway has met stringent business ethics, financial stability, and customer service excellence criteria. This accreditation assures you that when you choose DriveAway for your vehicle rental needs, you are dealing with a reputable and trustworthy company.

Our DriveAway Commitment to You

With our ATAS accreditation, DriveAway continues to uphold our promise of delivering exceptional customer experiences, whether you’re renting a car for a weekend getaway or planning a cross-country road trip. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your journey is seamless and enjoyable from start to finish.

Why Choose an ATAS-Accredited Travel Business?

  • Consumer Protection: ATAS-accredited businesses follow strict guidelines to ensure that your rights as a consumer are protected.
  • Trust and Transparency: We are committed to transparent and honest communication, offering you peace of mind when booking travel arrangements.
  • Professionalism: Our staff are highly trained and dedicated to providing top-notch service and expert advice, ensuring that all your travel needs are met professionally.

When you choose DriveAway, you choose a company that values your trust and is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in the travel industry. Thank you for choosing us for your vehicle rental needs, and we look forward to continuing to serve you as an ATAS-accredited business.


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Our Awards

We are your self-drive specialists when it comes to all things wheels right around the world and here are our awards and recognition, within the industry and the community:

NTIA - National Travel Industry Awards:
2006 - Winner Best Car Rental Company
2007 - Winner Best Car Rental Wholesaler
2008 - Winner Best Car Rental Wholesaler
2008 - Finalist Best Sales Executive, Caroline Raffoul
2009 - Winner Best Car Rental Wholesaler
2009 - Inducted into the NTIA Hall of Fame
2009 - Finalist Best Sales Executive, Nathan Baber
2010 - Finalist Best International Product
2011 - Nominated Best Wholesaler International Product
2012 - Nominated Best Wholesaler International Product
2013 - Nominated Best Wholesaler International Product
2014 - Nominated Best Wholesaler International Product
2015 - Finalist Best Specialty Wholesaler
2016 - Finalist Best Specialty Wholesaler
2017 - Finalist Best Specialty Wholesaler
2018 - Finalist Best Specialty Wholesaler
2019 - Finalist Best Car Rental Operator
2019 - Finalist Best Industry Representative, Mark Richardson
2024 - Finalist Most Outstanding Wholesaler
2024 - Finalist Most Outstanding Sales Executive, Fraser Trong
2024 - Finalist Most Outstanding Sales Executive, Suzie Goumas

World Travel Awards, Australasian Division:
2009 - Finalist Best Car Hire Company
2010 - Finalist Best Car Hire Company
2011 - Finalist Best Car Hire Company
TAFE industry awards:
2012 - Participation and contribution for Travel & Tourism students
2015 - TAFE Sydney Campus - Industry Champion
2016 - TAFE Sydney Campus - Industry Champion
2017 - TAFE Sydney Campus - Industry Champion

Certificates of Appreciation:
Northern Beaches Business Education Network (NBBEN) for hosting Travel and Tourism students
Manly Vale Public School, community contribution
Rosebank College, community contribution

Ongoing Fundraising:
2004-2017 - National Breast Cancer Foundation, fundraising contributions
2004-2017 - Cancer Council of Australia, fundraising contributions
2016 & 2017 - Super Hero Walk / Kids Wish
2016 & 2017 - R U OK?
2018 - Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea – Cancer Council
2018 - Pink Ribbon Breakfast – National Breast Cancer Foundation
2018 - Superhero Walk – Raise funds for kids in need
2019 - World’s Greatest Shave – Leukaemia Foundation
2019 - Ronald McDonald House Charity via Travel Managers Conference
2019 - Love Your Sister – Directly funding Cancer Research
2020 - Red Cross Bush Fire Appeal
2023 - Love Your Sister – Directly funding Cancer Research