Things To Understand When Booking Car Hire

Before you finalize a rental car for your traveling plans there are some things you will need to look closely at before you make a reservation. These facts can be the difference in a very smart traveling decision or one that you never want to ever repeat again. Take seriously the topics and pointers discussed herein.

Do your own research, because CAR RENTAL PRICES VARY. Car rental isn't like your average hotel room rental or airfare reservation and purchase. There are several reasons for car rental company rates to vary widely, some of which are the date and location as well as how you are booking the vehicle you intend on renting. Many customers will simple call the 1-800 number and do the deal, while smart shoppers know there is saving and value in booking the rental directly with the location.

COUPONS ABOUND. Sometimes it seems to us that whenever we need a coupon or discount code one doesn't exist. In the rental car business this couldn't be farther from the truth. On line you can find loads of websites that are offering car hire discount codes and promotional coupons. Never book a rental car without a coupon or discount code unless they are giving the car away.

ASK FOR THE TOTAL. Most car hire companies will quote only the base rate and this can be misleading. Make sure you ask for the total you will be paying per day after all the extras are added on because some locations charge a lot more in fees than you might expect which could leave you with a bill that exceeds not only your expectations but your budget as well.

TELL THEM IT'S A DEBIT. In most places debit cards with the Visa logo and credit cards are interchangeable but not with most car rental companies. When it comes to using a debit card to reserve and book your vehicle make sure you let the company know in advance so they can let you know about any additional rules they have governing the use of debit cards for this transaction. If you have a credit card you might be advised to simply use that card instead and save yourself any hassle.

Don't forget THE IMPORTANCE OF considering your RENTAL MILEAGE. There are usually some free miles with the base rate, but mileage charges is one way that rental companies make their money and many companies have reduced the number of free miles so that they can charge renters more. It used to be that local rentals offered unlimited daily mileage, but new changes have put limits on free mileage for local use. The plain truth is that the number of free miles will significantly affect your rental vehicle cost and a really good reason to accurately figure the number of miles you will be driving and know the free miles included in your rental.