At Pepecar we have been helping people like you to get around in a simple, economical and hassle-free way for more than two decades. We are a mobility marketplace with a car rental comparison service, van rental and monthly car subscription services. We work so that you always find the best price available, quickly, transparently and 100% online.
We were born with a clear mission: to democratise access to mobility and make renting a car not a headache, but an easy, useful and accessible experience from any device.
The history of Pepecar
Pepecar was founded on 22 November 2002 under the umbrella of the Globalia group, under the management of Javier Hidalgo and Miguel de Lucas. It is the first of a conglomerate of brands, conceived by Hidalgo and de Lucas, grouped under the name Pepeworld.
In 2003, the brand was born as a rent a car in Spain. Our objective has always been the same: to offer users an intuitive and reliable tool to find rental cars at the best price.
In January 2009, 50% of Pepecar was acquired by Ibericar, a company owned in equal parts by Mapfre and Salvador Caetano, and in 2011 Pepecar was fully acquired by Ibericar.
Once 100% owned by Ibericar, the new group proposed a change of brand strategy. In the same year, 2011, Pepecar announced the change of model from a more traditional rent a car to a car rental comparator with a third party fleet 100% online, focused on improving the service.
Today we continue to grow and evolve with the market, incorporating new mobility solutions and expanding our coverage so that you can travel around Spain and the five continents with the best guarantees.
Pepecar in the Salvador Caetano Group
The history of Pepecar in the Salvador Caetano Group began in 2009. A few years later, in 2023, we joined the structure of Caetano Retail Spain, another member of the Caetano family.
The reason? To continue growing to offer you more and better mobility options.
History of the Salvador Caetano Group
Pepe is also Salvador Caetano, our group. With more than 75 years of history, presence in 3 continents and more than 100 companies, just like Pepe, Caetano has one mission: to move you.
Salvador Caetano founded the group's first company in 1946 in Portugal: Martins & Caetano & Irmão, Lda. This bus body factory was the first of many others. In 1968, with the signing of the exclusive import and distribution of the Toyota brand in Portugal, Caetano took a leap forward. From that moment on, we sought to develop new business models that would allow you to move more and better.
What do we do at Pepecar?
At Pepecar we help you find, compare and book the perfect vehicle for every need:
Car hire comparator
We work with hundreds of suppliers at airports, train stations and city centres so that you can compare prices and conditions with total transparency.
Van Hire
If you need extra space, to move or transport goods, we offer a wide range of vans of all sizes.
Vehicle Subscription
Flexible alternative to car ownership, with options to suit every lifestyle.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pepecar
How does Pepecar work?
Pepecar operates as an Online Travel Agency (OTA) or specialist mobility intermediary. Bookings are made directly on the pepecar.com website, where you can compare prices and choose the provider that best suits your needs.
Once you have completed your booking, we process the payment and send you a confirmation voucher. You will need to present this document at the provider's office to collect the vehicle.
The final provider is the one who physically delivers the car to you, but the initial contractual relationship is between you and Pepecar. For any changes, cancellations or queries before collection, your point of contact is always Pepecar.
Why choose Pepecar?
Pepecar is the ideal choice for those seeking a simple, reliable mobility experience with no surprises. We have more than 20 years of experience in the sector, offer real-time comparisons between hundreds of local and international suppliers, and have global coverage, from Spain to the world's major destinations. We work with transparent prices and no hidden costs, and we offer you a quick and easy booking process from any device. In addition, we offer options for all types of users: families, frequent travellers, removals, businesses and many more. Your mobility matters, and at Pepecar we want you to enjoy it with complete confidence.
What types of vehicles can I book with Pepecar?
At Pepecar, you can book hire cars, passenger or commercial vans of different sizes, and vehicles on a monthly subscription basis. We work with numerous suppliers to offer you everything from compact and family cars to premium vehicles, SUVs, people carriers, and cargo vans.
Where does Pepecar provide services?
Pepecar offers car hire in Spain: mainland, islands, airports, stations and the country's main tourist destinations. In addition, thanks to our international network of suppliers, you can also book vehicles on all five continents, always at the best prices available.
We believe that renting a vehicle should be as easy as searching, comparing and booking. No unnecessary steps.
We want you to find what you are looking for in seconds. Our platform is optimised to offer you fast results and a streamlined booking process, with no waiting.
No small print, no surprises. You will always know what you are booking and what you are paying for.
We continue to improve our platform with advanced technology to offer you new services and a more streamlined digital experience.
Key facts about Pepecar
Pepecar's trajectory gathers key moments that explain how we have evolved from our beginnings to become a reference platform in mobility. These are the milestones that best sum up who we are today:
- Founded at the end of 2002, as a car rental company in Spain.
- In 2009, 50% of Pepecar became part of the Salvador Caetano Group.
- Full integration in 2011 in the Salvador Caetano Group, with a change of strategy. From a traditional rent a car to a car rental comparator with different suppliers 100% online.
- Presence in the five continents, thanks to the continuous collaboration with first class suppliers.
- Dozens of leading suppliers integrated into our platform to guarantee variety, availability and transparency.
- Thousands of users every year, who trust Pepecar for their journeys, trips and mobility needs.
Our commitment
We work every day to improve our platform and offer you the best experience. We want to promote a more comfortable, more accessible and increasingly sustainable mobility.
That is why we continue to expand our vehicle options and collaborate with suppliers who share our vision of a more responsible mobility future.
What our customers say
Aurora
19-03-2026
Good choice of cars and ease of processing.
Antonia Jesus
21-03-2026
This is not the first time I have rented a car with you and I have never had any problems and it is always cheaper than on other platforms.
Cavinosch
21-03-2026
Very efficient and easy to handle
Pedro
21-03-2026
Speed of recruitment
ANA BELEN GUERRERO JAIME
22-03-2026
Hi. Easy to do online and very clearly explained.
Jose Manuel
22-03-2026
Very good!
Esperanza
23-03-2026
So far my experience is very good, because the information is detailed and transparent and helps to make a good choice, without final surprises, which is what bothers me the most when I rent a car. The management is easy and fast. Everything is ok
Lalo
23-03-2026
The booking website is agile and fast.
Javier Armán Carames
24-03-2026
The experience was very good, quick, easy and I found what I needed at the price I wanted.
Jhon stiven Trejos maya
25-03-2026
Very fast and comfortable
Jose Garcia
26-03-2026
Everything is correct and the company's service is good
EUGENIO TORRES GUTIERREZ
27-03-2026
for the time being positive
Guillermo
27-03-2026
Very fast and good value for money
Carlos
28-03-2026
It was quick and easy
Pablo Alejandro
30-03-2026
In the visualisation of possibilities.
Natalia Rodríguez-Bermejo
31-03-2026
Quick and easy to book
Rating of 3.9 out of 5 based on 4147 reviews. See all reviews.
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