Will car rental companies negotiate?
If you’re standing at the company’s rental desk, and they are that close to renting you a car, they’re probably willing to negotiate. And sometimes they will negotiate a lot. Even if you find haggling embarrassing, just go for it.
How far in advance should you rent a car?
Booking three to six months before you travel is usually ideal. Prices tend to be most competitive during this period. There isn’t much benefit to booking further ahead. If anything, prices tend to be higher a year ahead.
What do you do if you don’t have rental cars available?
If none of the car hire companies can help you right away, or if it’s late and the rental counters are closing, the best option is to take a taxi, a train or a bus to get to where you need to go. Then return the next day when hopefully something may be available.
Should I call to confirm rental car?
Confirm your reservation: Contact your car rental agency a day before you arrive. Always bring your reservation confirmation to show the rate you paid. Make a printout, just in case the battery on your phone dies.
How do rental car companies determine the model of a car?
Normally rental car companies state or similar. And if they don’t have a car of the model on the lot you get the next class at the same price. – Karlson
What should I look for when choosing a rental car?
Here are some things to think about when choosing a rental car: Size matters — The size of your rental can affect the price you pay. Terms like “compact,” “mid-size,” and “luxury” vary across rental car companies. Comparison shop — Check out a few websites for the kind of rental you want.
Why does my car say ‘or similar’ next to the model?
Find out why. You might notice when you book a car that it says ‘or similar’ next to the model. This is because when you hire a car, you’re actually booking a car that matches a set of characteristics, not booking a specific model. Cars are booked by a four-letter code called an ACRISS (Association of Car Rental Industry Systems Standards) code.
Why is it so hard to match a rental car?
And the actual cars change frequently too – so a rental company’s whole stock may change between you booking and picking up your car. This high turnaround of vehicles means it’s difficult to guarantee an exact match. Also, car makes and models vary around the world.