rental car,Before You Drive Away

Before You Drive Away
Before you drive away in your rental car, there are some things you need to do. First, inquire with the car rental company about the possibility of getting some free maps. They usually are quite willing to provide you with maps of the area. Next, check the car to make sure the gas tank is full. If it isn’t, you need to make sure you are given money or credit for the gas you put into the car. The car should be full when you drive off the lot with it.

If you are not married and your traveling companion is going to drive, you will want to make sure that the rental car company knows this. Any drivers who will operate the rental car will need to be on the rental agreement. This saves you from liability if one of these people is driving and there is an accident.

Inspect the car thoroughly for scratches, dents, and other damage. Make sure any damage you see is listed on the rental agreement, in writing. Car rental companies will charge your credit card for damage you cause, so you want any previous damage listed on the agreement to keep you from being liable for it. If something doesn’t look safe, as for a different car.

Before you start driving, make sure you know where all the important buttons are. You do not want to be driving down the highway in an unfamiliar location and not know how to turn the windshield wipers on! Once you have checked all of these things, you are ready to enjoy your rental car!