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As Bali seems to be a bit complicated at the moment regarding entry requirements and quarantining, I've been looking for alternatives. I've come across the Canary Islands and really like the idea of going there. Now, I would like to rent a car as I read that exploring the islands is much easier that way. I am not sure yet, which island exactly I will choose, Tenerife and Gran Canaria caught my attention for now.

I was wondering if any of you here has experience with renting an EV on the Canaries? I have never driven an electric car but I really like the idea of it. And I've been meaning to try one for ages anyway. A quick Google Search showed TopCar as one possible car rental agency. Does anyone here have experience with renting a car with them? The reviews look good but I always prefer to hear from a "real" person.

I am also open to any recommendations or other information you might have.

Cheers!

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I can see that CICAR offer electric car https://www.cicar.com/EN/view/coches-alquiler-electricos_EN. I don’t have experience with electric car rent but 4 years ago I use their rental car services. I was very satisfied and generally, they have good reviews

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Canaries are a piece of African exotica with the safety and services of the EU, so definitely go for it. I would choose Tenerife but that's personal preference.

For car rental, all of the companies are relatively decent, but I like Cicar's simple process, automatic excess insurance and second driver, etc.

We just rented an EV here (Tenerife South airport, 2 days ago) and it climbs the insane 30% inclines like a silent space shuttle, but the process of charging it is proving to be something of a nuisance. The charging stations website canariasterecarga.com is terrible and even worse for non-Spanish speakers. But I believe we will score our first charge tomorrow or the day after that. :)

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