Car Hire FAQ
How to avoid unnecessary fees when renting a car?
When renting a car, most unnecessary fees relate to the car insurance. Please see more on this topic in our Car Rental Insurance section. Often, airport-based.. [read more]
I am 22. Can I rent a car?
Most car rentals will rent a car to drivers over 25. Some car rental companies are renting to persons between 21 and 25, mostly with young driver surcharge... [read more]
I am European. Do I have to pay with credit card when renting in USA?
Often you have to. As many Europeans hold debit cards and not CC's, check with your American car rental agency whether debit cards are acceptable. (See.. [read more]
I'm foreigner. Can I rent a car without International Drivers License?
Usually you can. It is not likely that the car rental company will require anything else than a valid drivers license of your country of residence. However,.. [read more]
Is it better to rent a car from a large, established chain or from a small local company?
Established car rental chains usually offer better customer service and higher prices. Local car hires can be excellent, but it is good to get several.. [read more]
Is my US personal car insurance valid abroad?
Usually not. Your personal US car insurance is likely to be valid in Canada and possibly in the border areas of Mexico. However, your credit card insurance.. [read more]
What deposit can I expect to be charged?
This can vary from country to country. It is important to know whether your car rental will charge whole deductible (excess) as they often do in United.. [read more]
What does the car-rental price consist of?
Car rental price consists of the basic price (often less than half of what you are paying), Sales Tax, airport surcharge, local taxes, mandatory insurance.. [read more]
