Renting a car can be expensive. Each rental car company will have a different fee structure. Thrifty for instance requires renters to have a valid driving license and credit card. Drivers younger than 25 years of age will be charged a daily underage surcharge. Most cases, the fee is less than $27. But, it varies depending on where you are. You may also not be eligible to rent some specialty vehicles if you are under 25.
Avis
You will need to provide a debit or credit card when paying for the rental car at Avis. Your credit or debit cards are used to secure your security deposit. The vehicle is returned only after the security deposit has been paid in full. You can make arrangements to pay cash, or to rent the vehicle if you cannot pay the full rental price at the time.
Budget
Budget will hold a amount equal to the total rental charges for the debit card you use to pay your car rental. This amount will be returned to you when the car is returned. Your deposit will be returned when you return the car. However, it could take two weeks before your deposit clears. You may contact your bank to request the release of the hold. If the hold amount is not released, you might have to increase the price of your rental car.
Hertz
It is important that you know what to expect when you rent a car from Hertz. There are no hidden charges, but there are some things you need to be aware of. You might be charged cancellation fees for rentals that range from $50 up to $100. These fees are included in the contract, so ensure you carefully read them.
National
National requires a security deposit to rent a car. The amount of the security deposit varies depending on where you are located, but typically it is twenty percent. For five days, the security deposits equal one hundred and twenty percent. For example, if you rent a car from National in New York City, you'll need to pay $300 for the rental plus a security deposit of sixty dollars. The National website has more information about security deposits under the'renter requirements tab.
Thrifty
Before renting a car at Thrifty you should carefully review the rental agreement to ensure you understand all charges and fees. For example, if you plan to rent a car for a week, you should pay extra attention to the amount of taxes and fees you'll incur. These fees are sometimes included in the prices of some companies, while others are not.
Sixt
Sixt is the most well-known and popular rental car company in the world. The fees are very reasonable. In most cases, the fee includes unlimited mileage. You may also have the option to purchase additional extras, such as collision damage waivers or insurance. These fees are not part of the rental's base price.