When renting a car, the fee structure for each rental car company may vary. Thrifty requires that renters have a valid credit and driver's license. Drivers under 25 years old will also be subject to a per-day surcharge. This fee is usually less than $27 but can vary depending on where you live. Renters younger than 25 years old may not be allowed to rent special vehicles.
Avis
Avis will ask you to supply a debit or credit card in order to pay for your rental car. Your security deposit is held by the credit card or debit card and is not released until you return your vehicle. If you are unable or unwilling to pay the rental fee at the time, other arrangements must be made, such as cash payment or check.
Budget
Budget will retain an amount equal the rental charges when you pay with your debit card. This amount will be returned when you return the car. It may take up to two weeks for the deposit to clear. In such cases, you can contact your bank and request that they release the hold. You may need to add the amount of the hold to the rental car cost.
Hertz
When renting a car with Hertz, it is important to know what to expect. While you won't be charged any hidden fees, there may be some. For example, some rentals have cancellation fees, which can range from $50 to $100. These fees will be included within your contract, so make sure to carefully read them.
National
National requires you to make a deposit when renting a car. While the amount is dependent on your location, it is generally twenty percent of the rental price. The security deposit equals one hundred twenty percent of your total rental cost for five days. If you want to rent a car in New York City from National, you will need to pay $300 plus a sixty-dollar security deposit. You can find out more about the security deposit on National's website under the'renter requirements' tab.
Thrifty
Before renting a car from Thrifty make sure you read the rental agreement thoroughly to understand all fees and costs. If you rent a car for one week, pay particular attention to the fees and taxes you will be paying. These fees can be included in some prices but not others.
Sixt
Sixt is a well-known rental car company, with relatively low fees. The fee usually covers unlimited mileage. You may have the option of purchasing additional options such as collision damage waivers and insurance. These fees aren't included in the rental price.