When your vehicle is out for repair or you are in a new city for a few days, renting a car is a very convenient choice. Customers however have very different experiences with car rental services. A very frequent complaint is unreasonable costs and bills at the end of the service. However, you can save a lot of money on a rented car with a few tips:
Read the terms of service
You should not skip reading the terms and conditions of any car rental service just because it is too long and tedious. In fact, the longer it is, the more chances there are that there is an unfair condition included somewhere. Here is what you should be looking for:
- Do you get the vehicle with the tank full
- Do you have to pay additional fees for GPS
- Are there extra charges for baby seats
- Are there limits on the miles you can drive during the rental period
If you are renting a car, there is no reason why you should be restricted by the miles you are allowed to drive. You should be able to take it anywhere you want, as long as you return it on time and in the original condition. Ensure that such unfair terms are not inked into the contract you sign with the car rental service.
Choose your car wisely
Some car rental companies simply want to earn more money, and they will stick you with the most expensive car they have. Here are some things that will help you save money:
- If you are going to be driving alone or with a partner, a compact car will do
- If you will be driving with your family, a small sedan or SUV will do the job
Unless, you have a specific reason to choose an expensive model of a car, choose cheaper cars. They are cheaper to maintain and in the event of issues like accidents or breakdowns, they will end up costing you much less.
Vehicle condition
If you want to save money on fuel, see to it that the car you have been given does not have too many or too few miles on it. Either ways, it will give you less mileage, which means you will have to pay more for petrol or diesel. Get a vehicle with good mileage and you will save a lot of money on long trips.
Some car rental services will give the vehicle with half the tank full, while others will give you a full tank. Either ways, make sure that you return the vehicle with the same amount of fuel, so you do not have to pay unnecessary extra fees for that. If you can take care of these things for your vehicle, you will end up saving quite a bit over multiple car rentals.
At Kampala Car Rentals, we ensure total customer satisfaction by offering the best vehicles for the most competitive prices. If you are looking for a trustworthy car rental agency that offers you with stress free travelling experiences.
