There may be a fee structure that is different for each rental car company when renting a vehicle. For instance, Thrifty requires renters to have a valid credit card and driver's license. Drivers younger than 25 years of age will be charged a daily underage surcharge. In most cases, this fee is less than $27, but it varies by location. Renters younger than 25 years old may not be allowed to rent special vehicles.
Avis
Avis will require you to present a credit or debit card when you pay for your rental vehicle. Your security deposit is held by the credit card or debit card and is not released until you return your vehicle. You must arrange for cash or checks payment if you are unable pay the entire rental cost at the time you rent the vehicle.
Budget
Budget will retain an amount equal the rental charges when you pay with your debit card. This amount will be returned to you when the car is returned. The deposit can take up to 2 weeks to clear. In such cases, you can contact your bank and request that they release the hold. Otherwise, you may have to add the hold amount to the cost of your car rental.
Hertz
It is important to know what you can expect when renting a Hertz car. Although there are rarely hidden fees, you should still be aware. Some rentals may have cancellation fees that can be anywhere from $50 to $100. These fees will be included in your contract, so be sure to read them carefully.
National
When you rent a car from National, you'll need to pay a security deposit. The amount of the security deposit varies depending on where you are located, but typically it is twenty percent. The security deposit for a five-day rental car is one hundred twenty percent of the total rental price. You will need to pay $300 for the rental and a $60 security deposit if you rent a car at National in New York City. You can find out more about the security deposit on National's website under the'renter requirements' tab.
Thrifty
Before renting a car at Thrifty you should carefully review the rental agreement to ensure you understand all charges and fees. If you rent a car for one week, pay particular attention to the fees and taxes you will be paying. These fees may be included by some companies while others are not.
Sixt
Sixt is the most well-known and popular rental car company in the world. The fees are very reasonable. In most cases, the fee includes unlimited miles. There may also be an option to buy additional insurance or collision damage waivers. These fees will not be included in the rental base price.