Queenstown Passenger Records And Global Forecasts Point To Busy Period For New Zealand Car RentalNew Zealand's car rental sector is attracting renewed attention as both international visitor numbers and global market projections climb. According to Tourism Ticker, Queenstown Airport recorded 101,702 international passenger movements in January 2025, an 11% increase on the same month the previous year. The figures underline a sustained recovery in inbound tourism, particularly to the South Island, where independent travellers and group itineraries alike depend on accessible ground transport. Travel and Tour World, citing Technavio, forecasts that the global car rental market will expand by US$188.3 billion (approximately NZ$320.1 billion) between 2025 and 2029, at a compound annual growth rate of 20.5%. Flexibility in booking options and transparent pricing are emerging as key factors influencing traveller decisions, particularly among international visitors unfamiliar with New Zealand's distances and road network.