The fastest and cheapest way to get around the London city is obviously by public transport, but renting a car is obviously perfect for if you want to do some out of town excursions during the weekend with other ( international ) students or when you like to ofcourse. Some useful tips on where to hire a car: AVIS, HERTZ and EUROPCAR are the most prominent Car rental companies around. For more detailed information on where these offices are located and to make a reservation check out: www.avis.co.uk , or call AVIS at: +44-08700 100 287. Europcar at: www.europcar.co.uk , Hertz at: www.hertz.co.uk