Car Subscriptions is the new buzzword in the industry but is essentially a long term car hire or short term lease, packaged up with maintenance, roadside assistance, warranty and occasionally insurance. In our experience, it can work out cheaper taking out an Expat Car Rental, Car Subscription or Expat Car Lease and sorting out your own fully comprehensive insurance. It is also worth taking out a 12-month policy, which can work out cheaper than a short term car insurance provider, even after paying early cancellation charges. Car Subscription firms include the likes of Subscribe & Drive, Flexigo Cars and Cocoon Vehicles.