Q : Which is the best way of checking the Rental Car rates ?

A : The internet is the best way of checking rental and insurance rates. You can check lots of sites in a period of time.

Q :What other things can make me spent more money ?

A : Mileage policy, airport fees .

Q : How long before should i make a reservation ?

A : As soon as you are sure about what you want. Companies will increase the rates as they have more reservations and maybe you are not going to be able to get the car you want because all of them are booked.

Q : When is the best time to rent ?

A : Any time when the companies have lots of cars available. Off season, and during weekend specials.

Q : What about a package ?

A : You sure should check if you can make a package deal with an airline, sometimes you can save lots of money that way.

Q :What shoul I know about size ?

A : You could rent a small car and hope for a free upgrade but sometimes you will end up with the smaller one. Also you should check any special of a given size.

Q : What are the special discount programs and how can I use them ?

A : Special deals with your memberships in associations or clubs.
Memberships in Premium Clubs, loyalty or frequent flyer programs can offer discounts. Some credit cards have special discounts or upgrades with certain Rental Car Companies. Package discounts can be found when booking your rental car with certain airlines, hotels or attraction ticket packages. Discounts are often available for government, military or corporate employees. Some Rental Car Companies will even extend these discounts during leisure travel.
Some special airport rates require you to present your arrival airline ticket. You may need to have arrived within 24 hours to get the special rate.

Q : How do I know if a rental company is good for me ?

A : Ask around and consider their customer service record.
Consider their rental policies and qualifications, are they favorable to you or do they penalize you in some way.
Do they offer a Premium Club that offers the services you need?
Check to see if you belong to any groups that entitle you to a special deal with a particular Rental Car Company.
Find out what partnerships they have that could save you money in other areas. Many Rental Car Companies have agreements with hotel chains, airlines, or credit card companies.
See if they credit your frequent flyer or frequent guest programs with points.
See if they carry the types of cars that you like to drive such as new, used, Ford, GM, and luxury or specialty vehicles.
Check their locations. Do they have them where you travel? Do they have international locations? Are they mostly on or off-airport? Do they have 24-hour facilities, so they will always be there if your flight is late?
What types of extra services do they offer? Could they deliver a car to you or do they offer a pick-up service? Do they have 24-hour emergency road service?
Can they honor your special requests?
Consider their rates and the availability of any coupons or discounts