The minimum age to rent a car is 25, without car rental underage fees. Most corporate owned locations with most car rental companies will allow renters at a lower age, with an extra, daily underage car rental surcharge.
Rental rates are higher for renters aged 21 - 24. The additional daily fee averages $25 - $27 in most US States and ranges from $27 - $35 in Canada. Note Many car rental companies will restrict younger drivers from renting certain specialty and larger sized vehicles, while some charge a larger than normal fee for younger drivers who rent those vehicles.
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In the United States, there are additional exceptions to normal, average underage fee:
New York state : The minimum age for NY is 18 years of age, subject to underage fees from $51 - $72 per day, sometimes dependant on age. Rates are generally higher for renters 18 – 20 and on the lower end of the scale for those 21 - 24.
Michigan: For some car rental companies (or specific locations in that state) minimum age is 18 years of age, with an underage fee of up to $45 per day, sometimes dependant on age. Rates are generally higher for renters 18 – 20 and on the lower end of the scale for those 21 - 24.
For some car rental companies (or specific locations) no renters under 25 years of age are allowed in Washington, DC or Montgomery, AL
As with any car rental policy, it is imperative to check directly with the company/location that you want to rent from to determine their particular age requirement and their underage fees.
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