This online how-to guide features tips and advice for obtaining discount car rentals that are safe, reliable, and a great bargain for your finances. For more information, please visit Discount Car & Truck Rentals at http://www.discountcar.com/locations.cfm?locations=Toronto

1. A How-To Guide for
Discount Car Rentals

2. Introduction
You just booked your hotel room and plane tickets. Only a few weeks
left and you will be ready to depart for your dream vacation. Then it hits
you: you totally forgot to plan for your means of transportation…
If most cities in the Western world benefit from a complex network of
buses, subways and taxis, renting a car still remains the best way to
travel inland. Not only is it less expensive overall and a real time
saver, it will also allow you to go places public transportation might not
take you. In short, it will provide you with freedom. But what do you
need to pay attention to when renting a car? Follow us through this
presentation to find out.

3. Where You Rent the Car from
Amongst the many factors that will determine not only how much you
end up paying but also your level of satisfaction, the company you
rent the vehicle from will play a huge part. To put all the chances on
your side, you should look at the reputation of the different
businesses by checking online for reviews, as you should use price
comparators.
On top of this, you should also take the
location in consideration. As a rule of
thumb, never rent a car straight from
the airport as they charge much more
than companies downtown. Just take a
bus or a cab to the city and rent your
vehicle there.

4. The Type of Car
Stop for a second and ask yourself whether you really need that big
of a car. Are you a whole team to travel or is it going to be just you and
your loved one? SUVs might look great but they are extremely
expensive and use up a lot of fuel. And what about the brand and
model you are contemplating? Mustangs and Vipers will turn heads for
sure but, again, is it not going to strain your wallet?
In the end, you should always check with your travel budget before
taking a decision. The money you put in the vehicle might better serve
you elsewhere (for example to pay for a guided tour or to buy a
souvenir.) Make the calculation and only then make up your mind.

5. Contact Channel
Another mistake to avoid – if you want to save some cash
and get the best deals possible – is to ditch the phone
and contact the rental companies directly via their
website. When you visit the agencies in person or call to
make a reservation, they will usually apply the regular
price (as it shows a certain involvement on your part.)
However, it is another story altogether
online. Because of fierce competition
on this medium, most companies will
offer interesting discounts, so make
sure to check their page to learn more
about any possible premium.

6. Pay Attention to the Contract
In case your vehicle gets stolen or damaged, you will often have
to pay a franchise that may amount up to a couple thousand dollars!
That is what drove companies to provide the renters with an
insurance that would make that cost drop should anything happen…
But even though it is usually included in the price, that insurance will
greatly vary depending on the company you choose.
Yes, all insurance policies were not created equal. That is why you
should always read the contract carefully to know exactly what you are
getting into. You should be aware of the fact that contracts also contain
exclusion clauses such as any damage done to the rocker panels.

7. Extra fees
Before we wrap up this presentation,
one word of caution: beware of extra
or hidden fees which might make the
final price shoot through the roof!
Never hesitate to ask questions prior to signing anything. For one,
will you incur penalties if you are late? Will you have to pay more if you
need to use a child seat? Some companies charge extra if several
people will be driving instead of just one… and others will add a drop
fee if you return the car in another town or shop. So always know your
rights and duties beforehand!

8. Conclusion
You could enter any car rental company and come out of it with
a working vehicle that will effectively take you from point A to
point B, but if you want the best bang for your buck and
avoid any pitfall that might completely ruin your stay, you
need to pay attention to certain factors. Think about your needs,
don’t be afraid to ask questions, and read the contract carefully.
If you do that, you will already be better off than 90% of regular
renters. Guaranteed.

9. For more information about car rental and
how to avoid any bad surprises, visit:
Discount Car & Truck Rentals
2440 Dundas St W
Toronto, ON M6P 1W9
416-533-9433
http://www.discountcar.com/locations.cfm
?locations=Toronto

10. For more information about car rental and
how to avoid any bad surprises, visit:
Discount Car & Truck Rentals
2440 Dundas St W
Toronto, ON M6P 1W9
416-533-9433
http://www.discountcar.com/locations.cfm
?locations=Toronto