There are a few different requirements for hiring a car, depending on the location. In the United Kingdom, you must be at least 25 years old, hold a valid driving licence for a minimum of 2 years, and have a credit card in your name (selected car hire companies also accept debit cards). If you are travelling to another country, an International Driving Permit (IDP) may be required.
The car hire security deposit is a sum of money held against your credit card limit for the car hire company’s own safety. This isn’t charged as a normal purchase, but rather held on your card for the duration of your booking. The deposit is done when you pick-up the rental car, and the full amount is released after the car is returned.
The daily rate at Rentcars typically includes unlimited mileage, basic car hire protections, and administrative fees from the car hire company. Optional items such as child seats or GPS may be available at the desk. Always review your rental agreement carefully to ensure it meets your needs, as some agencies might have mileage restrictions or optional protections.
Car hire protections cover damage to the vehicle, personal accidents, and liability. Common protections include LDW (Loss Damage Waiver), CDW (Collision Damage Waiver), ALI (Additional Liability Insurance), and PAI (Personal Accident Insurance). Coverage names and specifics can vary between hire company. In the event of an incident, file a police report and follow the company’s procedures. Additional protections can be purchased online or at the desk.
Discount codes are promotional vouchers that can reduce your daily rate when applied at checkout. To use them, simply enter the code on the payment page, and the rate will update automatically if the code is valid. Discount codes can be obtained through exclusive promotions, newsletters, or referral programmes. Note that they cannot be combined with cashback offers and cannot be reused if a reservation is canceled.
The One-Way car hire fee, ofter referred to as Drop-Off or Return Fee, is charged when a vehicle is returned to a different location than where it was collected. This fee covers the cost of returning the car to its original location. To check out prices including a One-Way fee, select the "Return car to different location" option.
To compare the best car hire offers, all you have to do is select your pick-up location (city or airport, your choice), as well as the pick-up and return date and time. It is also possible to hire one-way, just select “Return car to different location”. Once you hit “Search”, Rentcars will list the best car hire offers, which you can filter by your preferred hire company, desired car category, price range and more.
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At Rentcars, you can choose to pay now (online payment) or to book now, but pay later at the car hire agency. Typically, online payment offers the best prices.