Car Hire USA and Canada
FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will it be cheaper to book my car rental before
I leave home or when I arrive?
A: By pre-purchasing
you know in advance exactly what you will be paying
and will therefore not be subject to currency fluctuations
and the surcharge your credit card company normally
charges you on 'overseas' transactions - plus
you get the preferential rates we receive from 'volume purchasing'.
Q: Can I be guaranteed a specific make and model
of car?
A:
All vehicles are reserved by their group. Models
shown are examples only and a very similar vehicle may be substituted
as vehicles generally get renewed every 3 months.
Q: Do I need a credit card to rent?
A: Yes, you do need a credit card. Some prestige/luxury
cars require 2 credit cards.
Q: What are the conditions with regard to
age and licence?
A: Generally the minimum age is 21 years. A young
driver surcharge may apply (it varies between companies).
All drivers must hold a full valid drivers licence
with a clean driving record for a minimum of one year.
A learner or provisional licnece is not accepted.
Q: If I rent in Canada can I drive in the USA and vice
versa?
A: It is important to advise us or your travel agent
if you intend to drive your rental car outside the
country of rental as conditions do vary between companies.
Q: Are there any hidden extras?
A: We endeavour to show only 'all inclusive' rates
so you don't have to worry about any additional
charges. However some charges are optional
eg. additional driver fees in some states so
we show these separately.
Q: Where can we get more info on roads, scenic
routes etc?
A: The US Dept of Transportation and the Travel Industry
Association of America have a terrific programme called
National Scenic Byways. The website is just great .
View it on
www.byways.org
Q: Where can I get driving directions?
A: Log on to www.mapquest.com or www.viamichelin.com.
Comprehensive maps and point to point driving directions
are provided.
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