- Compare prices-do a little online
shopping, even if you belong to a rental
car club.
While some business travelers may be
locked into a specific company rental
car agreement, many business travelers,
and most vacationers can shop for the
best price. Car rental prices are
competitive and vary by the season and
location.
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- Check different types of cars as
well-you may be surprised that a larger
car may be more cost
effective for you in the long run.
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- Check for a free upgrade. Before
you reserve, check for coupon offers
online.
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- Look at the bottom line! Be sure
you look to see what the final price
is...have you counted any extra days?
Remember to factor in the
extras—additional drivers, underage
drivers, insurance requirements etc.
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- Not all cars come with unlimited
miles-check before you go especially if
you are planning a long trip-
same is true for out of state driving.
Be sure you are allowed take the car
where you want to drive.
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- Check the return fuel requirements
before you leave the rental counter--do
you need to bring it back with a full
tank?
If so, and you don't bring it back with
a full tank, you may pay a hefty
surcharge.
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- One-way rentals may be hard to come
by—check for specials or with regional
companies if you can’t find what you
want.
Be sure to determine the drop-off charge
for returning the car to a different
location.
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- Book Ahead! Car rentals may sell
out, especially in popular locations, in
high seasons-such as Florida or Arizona
in the winter.
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- 10-Be a good sport—cancel your
reservation if you don’t need it. It
only takes a few seconds, and holds down
costs for everyone in the long run.
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