How to Get Perfect Car Rental Deals in Any City You Travel to This Year
Renting a car is one of the most convenient ways to explore a new city or country. You can easily go from place to place on your own schedule, rather than hoping you find a taxi available when you need it. It’s also usually cheaper than hiring a tour guide, especially in more popular destinations where tours are overpriced and overcrowded with other visitors. And if you want to get off the beaten path and experience parts of the country that aren’t as well visited, then renting a car is an absolute must!
However, while rental cars offer convenience and flexibility at reasonable prices… they’re not always cheap.
If you don’t know what tricks to use for getting discounts, your costs might add up quickly during any trip.
That’s where the Cheap Car Rental Buddy comes in.
This free website is an easy way to guarantee your rentals will be cheap, no matter where you are heading. Because I negotiate special discounts with car rental companies for my readers… which can save you up to 75% on your rates? And I also discover how to minimize all additional fees that might get tack on, making it even cheaper than the prices display online (which frequently include misleading “booking fees”).
Before I started using this system myself years ago, whenever someone asked me if renting a car was worth it… my answer was always “yes.” But now? It’s even easier for me to say yes… because getting the lowest rates possible has become ridiculously simple.
So in this article, I’m going to explain everything you need to know about renting a car and getting the cheapest rates possible from now on. Let’s get started!
Know How Far You’re Going
The biggest decision that determines the cost of your rental is how far you’re traveling. So if you can’t commit to a specific destination yet, then at least factor in your likely range when booking your trip online. This will help ensure there won’t be any surprises during checkout once you have a better idea where exactly you want to go. But even if it’s not 100%, try estimating the most accurate mileage possible… because this has a big effect on final price too (if they can quote something higher than what you actually do, then they will).
If you’re renting a car abroad, don’t assume your plans will be the same as when you originally booked. Things change… and with them, so do travel plans (especially if it’s your first time in an exotic location). So make sure to keep checking rates every few weeks before the trip gets too close for comfort. A little price variation won’t hurt anyone (and can save you quite a bit of money), but most rental companies charge hefty fees if you want to extend past the initial period committed. Plus, many places have monthly limits on how far into the future you can book rentals ahead of time without committing yourself (so that not everyone makes reservations for six months now).
I always check rates for my upcoming trips about a month in advance, which gives me enough time to catch the best deals and not feel rushed when I book. Plus, if something changes or my plans need revising, then I’ll know before it’s too late and won’t get stuck with fees for changing my mind.
Maximize Mileage
Another way to save on rental cars is by taking advantage of mileage bonuses offered by most companies (and sometimes free upgrades you don’t want). Basically, the more miles your drive during your trip… the lower your rates will be at checkout. So even if you’re going to drive within a city or state that isn’t that far from where you live, this can still make renting a car worthwhile.
Conclusion:
The more you plan ahead, the better. And if your plans change due to external circumstances (weather, traffic conditions, etc.), then consider that too when choosing between different companies.
For most people traveling domestically, this represents the best deal for getting around – without needing to rent again until you’re ready for your next adventure. So don’t worry about having enough time to go “from one side of the U.S. to another” in one day… because most places are only a few hundred miles apart anyway. Besides… if you can’t save money on your car rental with these tips, then what’s the point?