Car Rental Policies that you Need to Know!
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Car Rental policies are the rules and regulations that car rental companies have set in place to govern every aspect of your car rental. There are regulations and restrictions on who can rent a car, who else, besides you, can drive it, where you take it and when you return it.
Rental regulations may vary from company to company, but there are general guidelines that we can talk about. Below is an overview of the most common ones that you need to know about when renting a car. *Note: Car rental companies can modify policy at any time; I make every attempt to maintain up-to-date info, but always check with an individual company to verify any policy.
Minimum Age
How old do you have to be rent a car? Information on requirements and underage fees.
Credit Identification
Do you need a credit card to rent a car? Information on requirements and credit card vs debit card.
Deposits
Information on Credit Card Deposits and Holds at the beginning of your rental.
Driver’s License
Information on car rental policies with regards to drivers license requirements for renters and tips on what the DMV check involves.
Additional Drivers
Does an additional driver have to be 25? Informations on age and credit card requirements for additional drivers.
Car Rental Agreements/Car Rental Contracts
Lists the terms and conditions of your car rental. Always read ait and keep it with you in the rental car.
Taxes and Surcharges
A guide to car rental taxes, surcharges and additional fees.
Toll Pass Options
Information about the Toll Pass options that are offered by car rental companies; like Plate Pass, EZ Pass, etc.
After Hours Returns
Information on returning a vehicle after the car rental location is closed.
Late Returns/Grace Period
Some car rental companies offer a grace period for returns and some do not. It used to be that car rental companies would give you an hour's grace period for a late return. This is no longer an option! Information that I've gathered regarding late returns, grace periods and hourly rates (if applicable)
Cancellations/No Show Fees
Advice on Cancellation policies and No Show Fees for your car rental.
Extending Your Rental
Find out how to make car rental extensions; what do you need to do if you want to change the return date on your rental car.
Border Crossings
Information on crossing the border with your rental car. U.S. into Canada,Canada into U.S. and U.S. into Mexico.
Accidents
What do do if you are involved in an accident with your rental car, or get a parking ticket or traffic violation.
Towing
Can you use your rental car to tow a boat or trailer?
Fuel
To fill or not to fill?
Smoking Policy
Guide to various car rental company's Smoking Policies.
Pick Up Service
Guide to pick up service; convenient and free!
Travel with Pets in a Rental Car
Taking a pet in a rental car is no problem; just keep these few tips in mind.
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