1. Travel by Car
Standard 3 Objective 2

2. of vacations are taken by car
Vacations By Car
80%
of vacations are taken by car

3. Who needs a rental car? Business travelers in need of flexibility
Leisure travelers on vacation
City dwellers on weekend escapes
Those in need of a replacement vehicle
Those in need of vans or trucks

4. Car Rental Firms

5. Qualifications Valid Driver’s License Proof of Credit
Meet Age Requirements
Most have a minimum age of 25
Assume Personal Responsibility

6. Categories Mini Economy Compact Midsize/Intermediate
Full-Size/Standard
Luxury/Premium
Special (Trucks, Vans, SUVs)

7. Rates
Class of Car
Length of Rental

8. Car Rentals Charges Unlimited Mileage Refueling Charge Drop-off charge
A flat rate for as many miles as you want to drive
Refueling Charge
The charge to top off the tank with high-priced gas when the car is returned
Drop-off charge
Added if a rent-it-here, leave-it-there fare is not available
Additional Driver Fees
Must state everyone who will be driving. Some companies may charge for additional drivers.

9. Car Rental Policies and Procedures
Overstays
Rates are for a 24-hour period. Renters have a grace period for returning a car. If a car is late, high rates are charged.
Taxes and Fees
Weekend Discounts
Discounts give on weekends to keep cars in use between business (weekday) travel

10. Car Rental Insurance Insurance Collision damage waiver
Third-party liability insurance is usually included. Additional insurance can be purchased
Collision damage waiver
Relieves the renter of all financial responsibility for damage to the car (covers “deductible”)

11. To Drive or Not To Drive…
Outside the United States, distance is expressed in kilometers, and volume is expressed in liters
Driving may be on the left or right side of the road
Gas may be three to five times more expensive than in North America
Road signs are in local languages and in local alphabets
City-center parking is difficult; many historic centers are closed to traffic
Seat belts for front and back seat passengers are required in several countries