The car rental service is becoming more and more popular in Russian cities and regions. Renting transport is an excellent solution to the problem of the lack of a personal car in the resort. This option is suitable for both family vacations and a romantic trip along the Black Sea coast.
However, before taking a car from a transport company, it is worth studying all the nuances of car rental so that the trip is not overshadowed by unforeseen expenses and unpleasant situations. We will learn how to choose the right transport for rent and what to look for when choosing a car for a long trip.
What to look out for
The decision which car to rent depends on many factors - first of all, on the combination of the cost of services and the quality of transport. Companies willingly give discounts when renting a vehicle for a long time, but the financial side will only matter if the car itself meets all the requirements for comfort, safety and technical equipment.
There are universal selection criteria for those who have no or little experience in such cases:
- body type. It is believed that a 4x4 SUV is the best option for country trips. However, if you are going to drive on relatively flat roads, you should choose a crossover. Such cars have a soft suspension, high cross-country ability and enough space in the cabin for the whole family.
- Model. It sounds trite, but a reputable manufacturer means not only a high level of comfort, but also increased reliability.
- Salon condition. Make sure that the seat adjustment and all other options that provide comfort and convenience work well. Soft headrests guarantee good rest, and elastic upholstery and anatomical shape of the seats will reduce the load on the spine on a long trip.
- Child seat. If you are traveling with children, be sure to evaluate the convenience of the child car seat, the serviceability of the mounts and additional equipment.
- Chassis. To determine "by eye" the technical condition of the engine will not work. It is worth driving a car around the parking area, checking whether the steering wheel turns smoothly, whether there are any extraneous noises in the motor.
When choosing a rental car, do not forget to make sure that the tires are installed according to the season.
Pros and cons of car rental
The main advantages of car rental:
- complete freedom of movement - no need to wait for a minibus, bus and follow the instructions of the guide. You decide where to stay and for how long, which route to choose for travel;
- the ability to rent a car at any time for any period. Customer-oriented companies will draw up an agreement on favorable terms for the tenant at any time of the day or night;
- no need to think about repairs, maintenance, transport tax and other things that concern car owners. The landlord will take care of all this;
- a large selection of transport - travel in the car that you have always dreamed of.
There is only one minus - you take responsibility for someone else's car and undertake to pay for any damage caused to property through your fault.
Expert advice
A universal advice from RentaCar-Sochi that will help save your finances: read the lease agreement carefully before signing it. Each company has its own conditions, and often customers learn about them only after the lessors issue them an invoice for the use of vehicles.
A thorough inspection of the car, down to the bottom and the contents of the trunk, will save you from having to pay for the mistakes of those who used the car before you. All available defects and malfunctions must be documented. Feel free to use your camera and make sure the DVR in your rental car is working.
Have a nice trip!
