There may be a fee structure that is different for each rental car company when renting a vehicle. Thrifty for instance requires renters to have a valid driving license and credit card. Drivers under 25 years old will also be subject to a per-day surcharge. This fee is usually less than $27 but can vary depending on where you live. You may also not be eligible to rent some specialty vehicles if you are under 25.
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 store the amount of your estimated rental fees on your debit card when you use it to pay for the car. This amount is returned to Budget when you return your vehicle. You should know that your deposit may take up two weeks to clear. In such a case, you may want to contact your bank and ask them to release the hold. The hold amount could be added to your car rental price.
Hertz
It is important to know what you can expect when renting a Hertz car. While you won't be charged any hidden fees, there may be some. For example, some rentals have cancellation fees, which can range from $50 to $100. These fees will be listed in your contract. Please read them carefully.
National
National will require a security deposit when you rent a car. This amount will vary depending on where you live, but it is usually twenty percent of the total rental price. A security deposit of one hundred and twenty-five percent is required for car reservations that are made for five days. If you want to rent a car in New York City from National, you will need to pay $300 plus a sixty-dollar security deposit. You can find out more about the security deposit on National's website under the'renter requirements' tab.
Thrifty
Before renting a car from Thrifty make sure you read the rental agreement thoroughly to understand all fees and costs. If you plan on renting a car from Thrifty for a week or more, be sure to check the rental agreement carefully to see what taxes and fees will apply. These fees may be included by some companies while others are not.
Sixt
Sixt is a popular rental car company worldwide, with reasonable fees. Most rental car companies charge a flat fee that covers unlimited mileage. You may have the option of purchasing additional options such as collision damage waivers and insurance. These fees will not be included in the rental base price.