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The Dos and Don'ts of Car Hire
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Posted On :
Jul-20-2010
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Achieving a proper car hire is easier said than done. This article examines some dos and don’ts that will help renters avoid the common pitfalls.
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People who travel often become intimate with the ins and outs of proper car hire. The rest of us deal with it less frequently, and are therefore, prone to the pitfalls. Whether you need a long-term car hire or just several days on holiday, there are certain dos and don’ts that can make the experience cost-effective and pain-free. Here is a look at them.
The Dos
1. Do preorder the car hire. Preordering is vital to achieving the lowest price, and it also ensures that you get exactly what you need because the agency will reserve it for you. Even if you find yourself in last minute purchase, order through the agency website, and then pick the car up.
2. Do use a major car hire or travel-oriented booking site. These agencies can find you the best deals in your area with no added cost to you. The more time you give them, the better the deal they will find.
3. Do spend the time researching discount codes and coupons. These can save you a great deal of money, and you can often apply them even after the booking is complete. Just show up at the agency counter with the appropriate coupon.
4. Do call the agency back if you have ordered the car hire more than a week in advance, or if you have ordered the car through a booking agent. Call the agency sometime during the week of the purchase, and make sure that everything is still on the up and up.
5. Many car hire agencies offer service to the airport. Sometimes this is pick-up service, and other times you will have to go to a local agency. Whichever way it is, start this process early in order to avoid the unexpected delays that always seem to crop up.
The Don’ts
1. For those with children, don’t show up at a car hire agency expecting car seats to be available. Agencies only carry a limited number. Inform the agency of your exact needs when the car hire is preordered so that they can have them waiting for you.
2. Don’t drive off from the agency without a thorough inspection of the car. Bring a digital camera, and take photos of the car at all angles. Take close ups of any damage. Do it alongside the car hire salesperson, and have them sign off on them as evidence.
3. Don’t leave the car hire agency without having all emergency contact numbers and similar information. Make sure all of your concerns are satisfied, especially if you are a first-time renter. You will be glad to have all of this knowledge in the event that something does go wrong.
4. Don’t avoid the airport shuttle. Even when booking ahead, travellers can save a great deal of money by agreeing to take the shuttle to the in-town car hire agency. This avoids the airport premium.
5. Don’t agree to the car hire insurance unless you absolutely know that you need it. First, check your local laws and examine your personal auto policy. Most people have a policy that covers them for car hires.
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Article Source :
http://www.articleseen.com/Article_The Dos and Don'ts of Car Hire _26195.aspx
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Author Resource :
For professional advice and help with car rentals, please visit car hire Darwin and car rental Hobart.
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Keywords :
car hire, car hire agency, hire agency, salesperson,
Category :
Travel and Leisure
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Cars
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