Car Rental Concerns - Things To Consider Before Booking

Who’s Gonna Drive The Rental Car?You, the renter with the credit card and valid driver’s license in your name, can drive the rental car. But what if you need an additional driver? Then you will have to get written authorization from the rental company. Having an unauthorized person drive your rental car can have serious repercussions if the police gets involved. Your rental contract might be negated because you have an unlisted person driving YOUR rental vehicle. Therefore anything pertaining to any agreed upon insurance and/or accident coverage might be voided. Do you want to take those chances? Then check the company’s policy regarding additional drivers. With some car rental companies, there are allowances in the contract to let your spouse or partner drive car rentals without an extra charge. Regardless of this allowance, make sure your honey’s name is on the contract. The minimum age requirements still apply, as will driving records (ie. a valid drivers license). Sometimes a credit card is even required. There is normally an extra fee for the additional driver, and an extra fee if the additional driver does not meet the minimum age requirement. Check with the car rental company first before you decide if you need anyone else driving the rental car