How to rent a car cheaply and quickly – 10 tips
More and more people are choosing to rent a car. The rapidly growing number of rental companies is a response to this demand. Among them, we can find entities offering car rental services in several or even a dozen cities in Poland, e.g. MobiCars.
Renting a car is a much cheaper service today than it was a few years ago. Increasing competition has an impact on the lower price of the service, although there are still some factors that allow you to save on rent. How to rent a car from a rental company to save money while enjoying the highest quality rental?
If you compare the daily rate for renting an identical car for a week and a month, a 30-day rental will be much more attractive. Of course, it is worth considering in advance whether the rental car will be necessary for a given period. However, the rule "the longer the rental period, the lower the daily rate for renting a car" applies to every rental company without exception.
Sometimes, companies or tourists who need a means of transport for a group of people use the rental company. Renting two passenger cars does not make much sense. It is worth renting one larger car, e.g. a van, which will not only be more profitable, but also more comfortable.
How to rent a car cheaper? First of all, it is necessary to compare the offers of rental companies. A computer is enough to review the prices. When comparing offers, you need to take into account the deposit, mileage limit, daily rate, additional fees, etc.
You can also save on rental by booking in advance. This is worth the effort if the driver is certain that they will need the rental car on a specific date. Although this involves paying an advance, which in the event of cancellation of the service is transferred to the rental company's account, car rental companies offer price discounts in such cases.
Car rental has its own ways of attracting customers. They often have occasional or even cyclical promotions. An example is the MobiCars car rental in Warsaw and several other cities. For renting a new Skoda Citigo for 3 months, the customer pays only PLN 3,000 net, while with a classic monthly rental it costs PLN 1,470 gross per month. Over three months, this is over PLN 1,000 in savings.
How to rent a car so you don't overpay? All you need to do is rent a car that meets the user's needs. Some people need a car to commute to school or work. In such cases, an economical A-segment car will be a good choice. Entrepreneurs are looking for something comfortable and prestigious, and in such a situation they look for premium cars. In turn, a spacious bus will be ideal for a corporate integration trip or a vacation trip. As you can see, each group has different needs and requirements, so they choose the optimal car for themselves.
If you want to save money on car rental, it is worth using car rental companies located on the outskirts of the city, and not in the city center, at airports or train stations, where services are more expensive. The location itself, from the point of view of comfort, does not matter much, because many rental companies give you the option of delivering a car to any place on the city map anyway.
Have you rented a car and are you getting ready to return it? Remember to return it in the same condition in which it was rented. This is not so much about damage, but about the cleanliness of the car and a full tank. The car returned to the rental company must be clean and fully fueled. Otherwise, the rental company will charge a flat fee.
People who frequently use rental services, both private and corporate clients, can count on loyalty cards. They are given to clients who meet the conditions set out in the regulations, e.g. achieve a certain number of damage-free rentals. With the card, the client can receive a discount of several or a dozen or so percent.
Rental companies offer the option of renting a car with additional accessories. These include GPS navigation, bike racks and car seats. However, all accessories are subject to a fee. If possible, and they are necessary, it is better to arrange them yourself.
