If your trip to Mangatarata is all locked in but your itinerary is a bit on the empty side, let us give you a helping hand.You won’t struggle for things to do around these parts. Within an easy drive of the downtown area, Miranda Hot Springs and Ngatea Water Gardens will keep you entertained.

See what’s going on in nearby Waihi. What’s 25 miles when you have a set of wheels? The drive there is half the fun! Owharoa Falls, Waihi Waterlily Gardens and Orokawa Bay alone justify the drive out here. The locals will also likely point you in the direction of Hamilton, 35 miles away. If you only have time for one thing here, let it be SkyCity Hamilton. (But we’re also big fans of The Base and Hamilton Gardens.)

Rent some wheels and get around Mangatarata your way. Want to venture out into some nature? Go with a full-size car. This vehicle is perfect for those craving outdoor adventure. Just want to get from A to B and traveling with minimal luggage? If you aren’t planning on driving very far, a zippy mini is a fantastic option.

You’ll be happy to hear that there’s a huge range of luxury rentals in Mangatarata. What you end up going with will depend on what you’re willing to spend and the activities you’ve got planned. Prestige vehicles are hard to beat if you’re all about mod cons and comfort. If you want to treat yourself, why not go for an SUV with all the bells and whistles, or perhaps a fancy mid-size sedan? Otherwise, if you just need a car to get you around town at the cheapest price possible, go for an economy compact vehicle (or something else that won’t break the bank).

The left-hand side of the road is where you’ll be motoring along in Mangatarata. The controls of your rental car here, like the steering wheel and gearshift, will be on the other side of what you’re used to.

Finding a place to leave the car in Mangatarata is easy. You won’t need to repeatedly go around the block in dense traffic here — and that’s what the locals love about it. There’s loads of on and off-street parking to take your pick of.

There sure are. In Mangatarata, speed limits range from 50km/h to 100km/h. Residential zones have a default speed limit of 40km/h unless indicated otherwise.

More often than not, your chosen rental car company will charge the amount detailed on the fine to your credit card, including local taxes. Or they may forward your contact details to local authorities, who’ll then send a fine to your postal address.

As in many places, normal cell phone usage is not permitted while cruising in your car around Mangatarata. However, an exception applies for hands-free or Bluetooth capabilities. Just remember to maintain focus on the road.

While behind the wheel in Mangatarata, it’s illegal to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) of more than 0.05%. Planning to have one or two drinks over lunch or dinner? Consider using a ride-sharing service or taking a taxi.

It’s illegal to turn on a red light in Mangatarata. When you encounter one, enjoy a mindful moment or two until the signal turns green.

Yes. Although, there are exceptions for certain vehicles used by public transportation networks.