subject: Factors To Consider When Renting A Vehicle [print this page] When it comes time to rent a vehicle it is important to shop around for the best price but there are many different things that you can do to help decrease the cost of that rental vehicle. These are the things that can make your rental experience less costly.
Choose your car according to your travel needs. As a general rule of thumb, smaller is less expensive. However if you have discounts you can use, this might not be the case, but overall a smaller vehicle equals a smaller price. These smaller vehicles will not only keep you within your operating budget, but could also be your best choice for the road.
INSURANCE - Most people don't need to pick up the extra car rental insurance but the only way to be sure is to contact your car insurance company and credit card company in advance to ensure that you will be covered when driving a rental car. Avoiding this additional fee that most likely won't cover you for damages anyway is a good way to save money and many rental agents charge as much as $20 per day extra for their insurance.
EXTRAS are just that - extra expense. Child restraint seats, luggage racks, bike racks, and GPS systems all fall into that category. You should have all these items, if you need them in everyday commutes, or be able to borrow them from friends of family for a few days. These items are rented by the day and can drastically increase your rental expense total. Discount COUPONS are one of a renters best friends. You can easily find these money savers coupons and discount codes on line for printing and usable at rental companies everywhere people travel. While it is true that these coupons and discounts are associated with weekends and week long rentals, you might be able to find great deals and rates without needing these discounts and coupons.
Another good tip to remember when planning your trip is the time frame and destination. If it is during the most popular time of the year at a very popular destination, you will pay more for the use of a rental vehicle, this can almost be guarantee. Choosing a less expensive time as well as following these tips will make your travels rewarding and affordable.
