General Information
United States can be
considered many destinations in just one. Its large size and geographic
diversity make this country know to become an adventure. Whatever the type of
tourism they want to do, the United States has a tourist offer to suit you:
from active nature tourism and adventure tourism and shopping city. For the
visitor the United States is now more than ever the land of opportunity. His
endless possibilities will always leave you wanting more. Cross its vast
territory with a rental car in United States.
Requirements
Although US law sets the
minimum age for car rental in 21 years, you can rent a car from destinations in
some 18 years. Age may vary according to destination due to the laws of each
state. In most cases, drivers under 25 must pay an additional fee for novice
drivers considered. The international driving license is required to drive a
rental car in the United States.
Speed Limits
In the US, speed limits
are set by each state. That's why the limits vary from state to state. In
general terms can be established as follows:
in town between 24 and
72km / h (15-45 mph)
Road: 89-121 km / h (55-75
mph)
highway: 89-129 km / h
(55-80 mph)
Traffic rules
In the US you drive on the
right. Distances are measured in miles. The use of seat belts is compulsory and
the use of child seats in the case of traveling with children. It is imperative
that tourists driving a rental car carry throughout the trip: the lease, car
papers, driving license and passport in order.
Gas Stations
In the US you drive on the
right. Distances are measured in miles. The use of seat belts is compulsory and
the use of child seats in the case of traveling with children. It is imperative
that tourists driving a rental car carry throughout the trip: the lease, car
papers, driving license and passport in order.
Tolls
The United States has an
extensive network of roads linking the whole country. Some of the major
highways are toll roads. Its English name is? Turnpikes? although most are
free.
Park
Never park in front of
curbs yellow as they indicate emergency exits and must therefore be kept free
of vehicles. Regulated prices or parking can be high in big cities like New
York.
Insurance Information
General information
Insurance for rental cars
vary greatly from country to country. Therefore, we recommend that you
carefully read the information we offer before making your reservation. The
rules of the country where the vehicle lease will prevail as long as the rent.
All our car hire rates
include fire insurance and third party insurance and insurance against damage
and theft. Note that some credit cards include in their travel insurance
benefits that cover damage to rental cars. All information about your booking
and contract insurance for your rental car can find in your confirmation
voucher once the reservation is made.
Restrictions
General Information
It is allowed to travel
from one state to another without any additional charge. Most rental companies
allow travel to Canada without having to pay extra fee. According to the rental
company, you may travel to Mexico and the State of Alaska. In the latter case,
you are only allowed to drive on paved roads and highways. Those showing damage
vehicles driving on unpaved roads, the insurance will not cover damage them.
Before starting your trip, find out about the conditions of his rent a car in
United States.
One-Way Rental
In most cases it is
mandatory to return the rental car in the same place where it was collected. In
some cases it is possible to collect your car in Los Angeles and return to San
Francisco without having to pay an additional charge. Also within the State of
Florida it is possible to collect and return the rental car in different
locations without paying any charge.
International One-Way car
(pick up the car in one country and return it to another) is not allowed.
