Archive for the ‘Car Rentals’ Category

December 5th, 2011  Posted at   Car Rentals

India is a country with every element of being a popular tourist destination with plenty of tourist attractions and architectural wonders that are historically and contemporarily important. Any visitor while visiting India looks for a comfortable mode of travelling within various cities and towns. A major source of income to our economy is the travel and tourism industry. And this industry has also mushroomed the scope of several other sectors under this category as well such as car rental and leasing services. The car hire services are preferred for long-hours travel from one place to another.

The cars rental and leasing service providers offer you a series of choices such as Tavera, Qualis, Sumo, and Tempo Travellers, etc. from where you can pick up the best car to suit your style and pocket. Apart from the multi-utility, high capacity vehicles that are most commonly hired by tourists and travelers, there are also offered some corporate cars such as Benz, Accord, Ikon, Fiesta, Indica etc. These services are now not limited only up to renting and leasing, some of them also promise you to provide hotel booking services along with corporate car rental services and car leasing services. Some of these are specialized in providing cab services for airport pickup and drops.

However, car rental services subject to many conditions that vary according to the brands and the terms & conditions of the service provider. Some of the common conditions that are applicable while hiring a car leasing service are like returning the vehicle in good condition; the vehicle must not exceed the maximum driven distance in order to avoid extra charges. In addition to these conditions, there are some companies that have even set a minimum age criteria for the driver below which the driver would not be allowed to drive the hired vehicle. Most important to all the above conditions, the current driver’s license is always required while hiring a vehicle. (more…)

December 4th, 2011  Posted at   Car Rentals

Hybrid, flex fuel or low emissions vehicles are the latest on offer for rental car enthusiasts. In spite of their utter popularity, being few in number, green cars are not widely available with all car rental companies. Off late, companies have been trying to increase their collections, yet much needs to be done. Rental companies like Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, and Avis-Budget have added hundreds of hybrids to their fleets in recent years to meet growing demand. However, the reason rental car companies are fighting is the same limited hybrid inventory that has put retail consumers on long waiting lists. Figures show that there has been a record increase in hybrid vehicle registrations of 56.9% alone in the Midwest.

Advantages of hybrids over other varieties of rental cars

1. Smaller hybrid cars emit less carbon dioxide and help in saving both the environment and the expenditure on fuel.

2. Hiring hybrid cars also account for additional discounts. The saved money may be utilized in paying the premium for renting the hybrid.

3. The fuel cost saved on hybrid cars could also be gathered and used for going on mini vacations with family to avoid paying for costly airfare.

4. Fuel-efficient gas or electric cars facilitate longer trips and extended vacations.

Class of hybrid cars

Full Size class cars like the Toyota Prius, Chevy Impala and Nissan Altima are commanding premium hybrid rental rates that outweigh the gas savings compared to mid-size SUVs or intermediate class cars like the Ford Focus. A Toyota Prius also provides higher mileage in town and lower mileage on the highway, aided by the automatic engine shut-off feature that occurs when the car comes to a stop and prevents wasted energy.

Rental rates also depend on regional demand. Rental companies are moving toward sustainable business in all directions, from increasing the overall fuel efficiency of fleet to contributing funds for ecological projects. (more…)

December 3rd, 2011  Posted at   Car Rentals

One way car rentals are great for those who are going on a road trip but only need transportation for the outward journey. Whether you don’t have a return planned, or if you are returning using another mode of transport, there are a number of car hire companies that will offer you this one way option.

To find the best deals with this kind of car rental it is easiest to look online. There is lot of detailed information from rental companies regarding rates, terms and more. You can usually also make a more detailed enquiry if you have any specific questions that aren’t answered on the website itself.

Before you start contacting a number of rental companies for the best deal it is worth asking yourself a few specific questions. Firstly, who is going to be driving the car? People under 25 may be forced to pay an insurance premium as they are more of an insurance risk. You should also think about whether you want a specific kind of car, and how many passengers there will be. Lastly you need to know your budget. Make sure you read through all the terms and conditions of the rental so you know what you are agreeing to.

Finding cheap one way car rental isn’t difficult with the help of the internet. Fortunately there are price comparison websites that will help you to find the best deals. All it takes is a little patience and time while you compare all the quotes you can. If you do you should find a great deal, with no hidden surprises, to get you where you need to go