Car hire warning as 40% of holidaymakers hit by hidden fees and booking issues, CCPC says

Gráinne Griffin of the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission said 'consumers are being hit with long delays, unexpected costs, and stressful disputes.' Picture: iStock 

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has warned holidaymakers to be aware of “real and potentially expensive” risks when hiring a car this summer, as it revealed 40% of renters had an issue last year.

Hidden fees, long waits, and cars not being what was promised when booking were among the issues encountered.