Plan ahead and leave yourself enough time to fill up on the way back to the rental office, as this is almost always the least expensive option. It sounds simple, but it’s often tougher to do than you think. While the option to pre-pay for a tank of gas can be a handy option, the reality is that you’d have to return the car almost completely empty in order for it to really pay off.
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Pre-paying for a tank of gas, or letting the rental company re-fill the tank upon return may be convenient, but you’ll likely pay for the privilege.īringing the car back with less than a full tank and having the rental company re-fill it will incur hefty fees, perhaps two to three times what you might expect to pay at the petrol station. They may look cheaper but you can probably find a better deal later on - and you’ll wish you hadn’t paid up front. But don’t necessarily pay in advanceįor that reason, it’s best to avoid pre-paid rentals. Prices often drop as the pickup date approaches. Book in advanceīook your rental as early as possible and check rates often or use an automated service to track the rate. Shop around to avoid wasting your money! 3. In the US, the car rental industry is controlled by three main players - Enterprise Holdings, Avis Budget Group, and Hertz. Consolidation services like AutoSlash (our sponsor for this episode - see the box below) can be helpful here! Spend some time looking into the car-hire options in the location you’re heading to. Do you need automatic transmission, or are you happy with manual? How many people are travelling, and how much luggage? 2.
You may be able to get away with a smaller car than you expect. To listen, hit play below or find episode 352 in iTunes, Stitcher or Soundcloud:
Renting a car can be a great transport option when you’re travelling in your own country or abroad, but it can be a bit daunting! Make sure you’re making the right choices and getting the best deal with these top ten tips for car hire while traveling!
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