TBILISI, Georgia, Sept. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FSTA Rent Car launched cross-border car rental service to Turkey on August 1, 2026. The expansion means the company’s regional network now covers Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Turkey.
FSTA Rent Car has operated since 2012, helping travellers explore the region by car. Turkey was added to the company’s service network on August 1, 2026.
Following the addition of the new destination, the company offers customers sedans, minivans, compact SUVs and off-road 4×4 vehicles, together with route-planning assistance, advance preparation of border-crossing documents, camping equipment and 24/7 support.
Expansion into Turkey
Since August 1, 2026, customers have been able to combine Turkey with routes through Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan in a single journey. Cross-border service is planned in advance according to each country’s requirements.
According to the company, this expansion has made FSTA Rent Car the first car rental company in the region to cover Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Turkey through one cross-border service. The company prepares the documentation required for border crossings in advance according to the customer’s route.
Agreeing the documentation and route in advance reduces the risk of delays at the border, incomplete paperwork and misunderstandings about insurance terms.
Choosing a Vehicle for the Actual Route
The number of passengers and the rental price are not enough to determine the right vehicle. Customers also need to consider where they plan to travel, the road surface, how much luggage they will carry, whether they will cross a border and whether they will drive in mountainous or hard-to-reach areas.
An economical sedan or compact SUV may be sufficient for cities, motorways and journeys that remain mostly on paved roads. A minivan is often more practical for a large family or group, while mountainous, gravel, muddy or changeable roads require a capable 4×4 vehicle.
FSTA Rent Car bases its approach on these differences, helping customers choose a vehicle for their actual route rather than only by price or category.
“We first find out where the customer plans to go and only then recommend the appropriate vehicle,” says the marketing manager of FSTA Rent Car.
According to the manager, customers travelling in the region sometimes rent a 4×4 but discover that their contract prohibits them from using the roads for which they chose an off-road vehicle.
“Many companies rent 4×4 vehicles, but their terms often restrict travel on real off-road routes. Customers rent these vehicles specifically to travel in the mountains, on gravel roads or in nature. We saw this contradiction and adapted our service to actual demand.”
Off-road Travel with Appropriate Insurance
One of FSTA Rent Car’s main distinctions is its insurance offering for off-road routes.
Standard car rental agreements often identify roads and areas where insurance no longer applies. As a result, a customer may have a 4×4 but be unable to use it in the places where off-road capability is actually required.
According to the company, FSTA Rent Car is the only provider in the region that offers customers full off-road insurance alongside standard insurance and does not restrict its coverage because a route is off-road.
FSTA Rent Car aims to ensure that customers know before collecting a vehicle where they can travel, which risks are insured and what to do if a problem occurs.
More Than 4×4 Vehicles
Although FSTA Rent Car is particularly known for off-road vehicles and services designed for adventure travel, its fleet is not limited to 4×4 vehicles.
Customers may rent:
- Economical and comfortable sedans;
- Compact and mid-size SUVs;
- Off-road 4×4 vehicles;
- Minivans for families and larger groups.
This range allows customers to rent from one company either a vehicle for a few days of city travel or a prepared 4×4 for difficult routes through natural areas across several countries.
The Importance of Planning Ahead
International travellers often reserve a vehicle while they are still in their home country. When planning a route across several countries, customers should check the terms for the specific vehicle, border crossings, insurance and technical support in advance.
Some rental agreements exclude off-road routes from insurance, and customers may receive a different vehicle in the same category instead of the model they selected. This can be especially important for difficult or multi-country routes.
Vehicle condition, support standards and responsibility terms can vary significantly between listings on online aggregators. The company therefore advises travellers to confirm every condition directly with the service provider before making a decision.
FSTA Rent Car’s marketing manager says travellers have contacted the company for help after experiencing technical problems with vehicles rented from other providers and being left without support on the road.
The manager explains that the company helps such travellers when possible, although it cannot always provide a replacement vehicle quickly because much of FSTA Rent Car’s fleet is reserved in advance.
The company advises customers to plan their route and reserve a vehicle several months in advance, especially for multi-country journeys that include Turkey.
Help with Planning the Journey
FSTA Rent Car does more than hand over the vehicle keys. The company also helps international travellers plan their routes so they can account for local rules, road conditions, seasonal restrictions and possible fines in advance.
This is particularly important for people visiting the region for the first time. A route that looks short on a map may in fact be difficult, seasonally closed or unsuitable for a particular vehicle.
The company provides customers with practical information about:
- The type of vehicle required for a particular road;
- Where travel restrictions may apply;
- The documents required to cross a border;
- Which routes are safe in a particular season;
- What the driver should do in the event of a technical or other problem.
Customers also have access to 24/7 remote support. Minor problems can often be resolved by telephone or online consultation. When necessary, a technical team travels to the customer’s location to provide on-site assistance.
Tents and Camping Equipment
FSTA Rent Car offers additional camping equipment with its vehicles for travellers who want to stay in nature.
Available equipment includes roof tents, ground tents and a range of other camping equipment needed for a journey.
A roof tent is particularly practical for travellers who plan to stop in several locations and do not want to pitch a ground tent again each evening. A ground tent is a more flexible option for larger groups or when travellers plan to stay away from the vehicle.
The company also rents complete camping equipment based on what travellers may need for their trip.
Yacht and Helicopter Tours
FSTA Rent Car’s services extend beyond travel by road.
For travellers interested in adventure and different experiences, the company also offers yacht trips on seas and lakes and helicopter tours of notable natural locations in the region.
These services allow travellers to combine a road journey, camping, water routes and air tours within one trip.
Child Seats and Additional Accessories
Additional equipment is often necessary for safety and comfort when travelling with a family.
FSTA Rent Car offers child seats and other accessories that may be needed for a particular journey.
A Regional Service Extended Across Four Countries
With the addition of Turkey, FSTA Rent Car’s regional service now connects four countries. Customers can arrange their vehicle, cross-border documentation, insurance terms, route and necessary additional equipment with one company.
The company’s goal is to ensure that customers know before collecting a vehicle which car suits their route, what documents they need to cross borders and what support they will receive during the journey.
Drawing on experience gained since 2012, the company offers travel arrangements tailored to each route, from city travel in a sedan to a four-country journey in a 4×4 with a roof tent and camping equipment.
Because of high demand, FSTA Rent Car advises travellers to reserve their preferred vehicle, cross-border documentation and additional equipment several months in advance.
FSTA Rent Car 23 Paolo Iashvili St Tbilisi Tbilisi 0105 Georgia +995 558 43 29 29 https://fstarentcar.com
