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The Complete United States Driving and Rental Guide

The United States is usually more suitable for automobile compared to public transportations. Travelling by car is thus a good way to get around to see sights of the country, whether you are planning a complete road trip, or just using a leg of your trip by taking a car to visit the cities. Here is a guide we have prepared to help you familiarized yourself with driving in the USA.

  • Speed Limit and Traffic Signs
  • Seatbelt and Child Safety
  • Parking, Fuel and Toll
  • Traffic Violation
  • Driving Licence and Age Requirements

Speed Limit and Traffic Signs

Driving is on the right with the steering wheel on the left-hand side of the car. Since traffic rules differ from state to state, it is better to review the regulations for each individual state in which you are planning to drive. Pedestrians have the legal right of way in all states.

Speed Limit

The speed limit varies from state to state, butis of 65 miles per hour (equals110 km p/h) in the majority of the states. Speed limit is frequently monitored by radar guns.

Traffic Signs

Many US states comply with the same road signs standard, but some of the states and large cities such as New York City have adopted an extent of localization or a supplement. 


Although there is a variety of regulatory signs throughout different states, they are usually self-explanatory, with explicit wordings marked on the signs.

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Among regulatory signs, there is one category which indicates ‘No Standing’, and may be unfamiliar for foreign visitors or international travellers. ‘No standing’ signs indicate that stopping temporarily to load or unload passengers is allowed, while parking is not allowed. The signs are also usually red on white, but local variations exist.

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Warning signs feature yellow background colour and black pictogram, with a few exceptions.

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Information signs provide guidance and feature rectangular shape.

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You may refer to this for the unified standard that is used by the states.

*Please be aware that rules are subject to change. QEEQ.COM will try the best to maintain the accuracy of this information.

Seatbelt and Child Safety

Seatbelt Laws

All drivers and passengers are regulated by law to wear seatbelts. A fine applies if a driver or passenger is caught without a seatbelt on.

Booster Seat Laws

Even though regulations vary by state, almost all states require children to be in a child seat facing backwards in the front of a car, or facing forward in the rear. As a minimum guide, children should use a booster seat until they reach 36kg to 45kg or 145cm high. 


For a specific guidance regarding child safety rules, you may click here.

*Please be aware that rules are subject to change. QEEQ.COM will try the best to maintain the accuracy of this information.

Parking, Fuel and Toll

Parking

You must always park in the direction of the traffic flow on the near side of the road. Often, parking spaces are diagonally aligned and ‘head-in’, which means the front of your car must be facing the pavement (sidewalk).


· Parking Restriction

In some cities, parking restrictions are indicated by the kerb colour; for example, a red kerb indicates no parking at any time, a yellow kerb may signify a limited truck loading zone, a green kerb indicates a limited parking period, a blue kerb for disabled parking only, and a white kerb passenger loading and unloading. No parking areas, for example, at street corners, may be indicated by yellow lines. Therefore, you should always read all pavement markings carefully.

United States Red Kerb No Parking(Image from aarestriping.com)

United States Yellow Lines No Parking(Image from merchantcircle.com)

United States Yellow Kerb Loading Only(Image from timeout.com)


 · Paid Parking

Parking in most cities and towns isn’t usually a problem and on-street parking is usually metered, along with permissive parking signs specified with a restricted amount of time. It’s advisable for you to estimate your parking time and reserve a bit more parking fee as a precaution to avoid the fine for overtime parking. 


The signs are green and white, and local variations do occur with additional information or slightly different designs. 

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Fuel Prices

The average price for USA gasoline and diesel during July to October 2017 is US$0.74.

Toll

It has more than 5,000 miles of toll roads in the USA. From bridge and tunnel tolls to express and high occupancy lanes, most states have some sort of toll road system. 


Nowadays most tolls are collected electronically via transponders that are typically placed on the windshield of the vehicle. As many toll roads no longer accept cash. It is recommended to check the individual websites of each state's toll system to inform yourself about the payment options along with your route. 


If you are hiring a vehicle from Enterprise, National or Alamo in the USA, you can review and pay the tolls online via Highway Toll Administration site; if hiring from Avis or Budget, you can check the e-toll site. For Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Advantage, toll charge can be checked on PlatePass.

*Please be aware that rules are subject to change. QEEQ.COM will try the best to maintain the accuracy of this information.

Traffic Violation

DUI Laws

Depending on states, drivers are charged with a fine or a crime with 0.08% or 0.05% BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) limit by volume. 

Traffic Fines

Extra care should be applied to abide speed limit when driving in the United States, as speeding fines can be ranging from $36 to $1000 for first-time breaker states by states. A Nation-wide average speeding ticket is US$150


Failing to understand and follow the parking signs will potentially result in a hefty fine. This is especially the case for big cities like San Francisco, New York City and Chicago. For example, stopping, standing or parking where signs, road markings or traffic control devices do not permit you to do so will incur a fine of US$115 in New York City. In San Francisco, obstructing traffic without a permit in San Francisco will result in a fine as high as US$1000


Failure to pay traffic infringement fines will likely result in your car rental company collecting the fee from you, with an additional administration charge. These policies are generally illustrated in the terms of the contract on which you signed at the rental desk. For any further questions concerning these matters, you are welcomed to contact QEEQ’ 24/7 customer service team for assistance.

*Please be aware that rules are subject to change. QEEQ.COM will try the best to maintain the accuracy of this information.

Driving Licence and Age Requirements

To drive in the United State, the driver must have a valid driving licnece that has been held for at least 1 or 2 years(according to different car hire company). The licence must be valid at the time of rental, and remain valid throughout the rental period.


The minimum age to rent a vehicle in most locations in the U.S is 21 years (age may vary by state and car category), and the driver must have a valid driver's license held for at least one year. For certain specialty and larger-sized vehicles, the minimum age of 25 years of age applies. If you're 21-25, you are likely to have to pay a young driver fee which is about $25-per-day to $50-per-day.

*Please be aware that rules are subject to change. QEEQ.COM will try the best to maintain the accuracy of this information.

Guest reviews

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A.Silva

February 12, 2025

Destination: Orlando

7Otima

Sim, tive uma cobrança extra de pedagio. Gostaria de ser reembolsado pela taxa de conveniência.

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MEXICANO

February 12, 2025

Destination: Los Angeles

9翻訳運転免許が便利でお得。

最大手で同カテゴリーの車の選択肢が多いのが良かったです。普段乗り慣れている日本車メーカーからコンパクトカーが選べたので、とてもいい感じでした。

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Dalex

February 12, 2025

Destination: Los Angeles

9Me cobraron de más

Me cobraron 177€ al devolver sin decirme porque

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February 12, 2025

Destination: Louisville

10ルイビル空港

飛行機の遅れで夜遅くに到着しましたが、受付の女性がとてもフレンドリーで、今日はみんな天気が悪くて遅れてるから大丈夫よと親切に接してくれました。

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T.SEWELL

February 12, 2025

Destination: Phoenix

10Convenient, well priced, would recommend.

At first they had some challenges with my international card and drivers license but it was quickly dealt with by a senior member of staff.

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Kim.Yamamoto

February 10, 2025

Destination: Los Angeles

7値段相応

カレー臭い車でした。 車両も傷だらけでした。 ハーツのカウンターではフルカバレッジを強引に進めてきますが2回断ると断れます。

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Richard

February 10, 2025

Destination: Burbank

7Good!

It took me a while to pick up the car, but except this, everything was fine.

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G.CUADRA CASTILLO

February 10, 2025

Destination: San Antonio

10Una gran opción para rentar

Un vehículo excelente, muy cómodo y en excelentes condiciones mecánicas y de los interiores como nuevos

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February 10, 2025

Destination: Las Vegas

10Easy and hassle free car rental with no hidden surprises.

Staff as very helpful and efficient, got in and out in less than 10 minutes with a very positive experience.

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AV

February 8, 2025

Destination: Las Vegas

2Poor service

It took us over 2 hours to pick up the vehicle. Their location was far from what I expected. Service was poor. Staff was screaming when directing customer the instructions.

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Sandra M Anderson

February 8, 2025

Destination: Hawaii - Oahu Island (honolulu)

9Fair car rental with Thrifty

We waited well over an hour to see an agent. Then we waited to get our car about 20 minutes

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R.Marshall

February 6, 2025

Destination: Orlando

8Outstanding value and no hassle

There was a bit of a wait to pick up the car. Two staff were serving. They did make us wait outside the portacabin whilst they dealt with other customers - and it was actually cold that day! However, once we were served it went smoothly - no hidden charges or attempted "upselling" so this was much appreciated. The return was done quickly an efficiently.

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February 6, 2025

Destination: San Diego

9San Diego is a very simple straightforward experience

Good modern facilities with little waiting

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Scott VDL

February 4, 2025

Destination: Tampa

8Very disappointed if Fox customer service

Car was in much poorer condition than the vehicles we own. Fox Tampa staff is great; Fox corporate customer service awful. 2 major issues. After driving a bit, had an oil/burning smell that would not go away--seemed to have a bad tire or wheel bearing. Also, had a soft tire (took picture of air pressure screen) on pickup. Discovered next day that it wouldn't hold air after re-filling with air, because it had a nail in it. Fox Customer Service said we needed to pay because it was not reported within 6 hours. Very disappointed in their lack of appropriate service.

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Tom

February 4, 2025

Destination: Miami Beach

10Perfect.

Smooth, quick and helpful

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A.Siddiqi

February 4, 2025

Destination: Hartford

6Would rent through Qeeq again.

Car condition not great. Wasn't offered the car on the reservation (Camry). Instead, was offered a Chevy Malibu or Nissan Altima only, and told Malibu was larger and better.

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February 4, 2025

Destination: Hawaii - Hawaii Island

10最高!!

とても良い状態の車を用意していただいた。

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H.Ton

February 4, 2025

Destination: Anaheim

7So far it’s okay for me Next time I come back to use this service

Every thing look fine to me

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dr G

February 4, 2025

Destination: Orlando

8Fine

Very Helpful when I needed roadside assistance

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o.Gomez Damasco

February 4, 2025

Destination: Austin

10Excellent

Sí muy bien Saber lo del cobro $

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J.Gemmill

February 4, 2025

Destination: Orlando

4Average

We were supposed to get a saloon car but they didn't have one so we had to make do with large pick up truck. We told them we wanted a car or even a SUV but they wouldn't entertain us. The girl at Avis was very unhelpful. We managed to go to Avis office in Kissimmee the following evening and they exchanged the truck for a saloon car. However the saloon car then became faulty with all electrics closing down. So no blinkers and nothing showing on dashboard. Very frightening. We had to go back again the next day and eventually got a small SUV. Terrible service from Avis at MCO.

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Dale Kynaston

February 4, 2025

Destination: San Antonio

6Average

Have not received my deposit back yet

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A.Leduc

February 3, 2025

Destination: Tampa

10Peace of mind

the option for the toll shoukd be offered at reservation online and not as a surpise at the counter

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February 3, 2025

Destination: Greenville

5Make sure your vehicle is legal!

Long delay picking up the vehicle. Wanted to use it to take my state driving test, but the first vehicle had no registration document. Budget told me to go back to the pickup location to have one issued. But they could not do it, so swapped the vehicle (after checking many others to find a legal one). Counter staff were great, the operations and support staff behind them absolutely not. To top it off, I was then charged because the first car didn't have a full tank when returned! It was not my intention to return the car - this was the only resolution available to the onsite representative. I'm currently waiting for a response to a formal complaint.

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James

February 3, 2025

Destination: Greenville

5Check your vehicle registration before leaving

Upon arrival to collect the vehicle on December 5, I faced a delay of approximately 35 minutes. This was due to the unavailability of a suitable vehicle, despite making a reservation well in advance. The first vehicle I was given had an expired vehicle registration. I only discovered this when told by the SCDMV. Exchanging to a legal vehicle required me to take unpaid time off work, which hasn't been compensated. More than 6 other vehicles also had expired registrations. To top it off, I was then charged (and subsequently refunded after complaining) because the first car didn't have a full tank when returned! It was not my intention to return the car - this was the only resolution available to the onsite representative.

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Ari Shapiro

February 2, 2025

Destination: New York

6Average

It is ridiculous that they rent out PHEVs when the customer has no way o charging the electric battery

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S.Young

February 1, 2025

Destination: Boston

10QEEQ provided an excellent car hire booking experience.

Car was the one I booked, it was in good condition and clean. The desk staff were really efficient and helpful, a lot better than the last time.

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January 29, 2025

Destination: Tucson

10Good service, not so good car

Alamo is a good rental company. they are fast and its easy.

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N.S

January 28, 2025

Destination: Las Vegas

10カムリクラスだったのにクラウンにグレードアップ!

カムリクラスとのことだったが、実際借りたのはクラウン(S30型)だった。ハイブリッドで燃費もそこそこよかった。 カウンタースタッフの方がとても良い方で親切でしたが、Budgetだとデポジットが別に引き落とされるのが面倒です...

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A.Cavalera

January 28, 2025

Destination: Miami

9Viaggio di piacere: è andato tutto al meglio

La prenotazione ha superato le mie aspettative. Complimenti

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T.S

January 28, 2025

Destination: San Francisco

5追加保険の説明がわかりづらい 希望の車種がない

希望した車種の在庫がなく日産のRougueになってしまった

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January 28, 2025

Destination: Buffalo

8Good overall

First electric car rental. Did well in the conditions. Wiper fluid was not full when I got the car so driving back empty was an issue.

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M.Homma

January 28, 2025

Destination: Hawaii - Oahu Island (honolulu)

10日本語通訳が無料でついて来て安心 車も新しく程度良いです

Hertz はコロナ後1番使ってます。 ここのレンタカーは新しく程度が良いから

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January 28, 2025

Destination: Washington D.C.

8Really Enjoyed the Experience

Need ability to add Preferred Number

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January 27, 2025

Destination: Los Angeles

10Go with Qeeq

Great car ,,,selection huge,..great customer service

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M.O

January 27, 2025

Destination: Los Angeles

10綺麗な車でした

予想以上に新しいcorollaを受け取りました。

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Alessandra

January 27, 2025

Destination: Miami

9Good car but undue extra charges

The car itself was good, and the rental process was very easy and straightforward. There were only small dents and scratches on the bodywork, but nothing major that affected its performance. However, the USB port for connecting to Apple CarPlay didn't work properly, which was quite inconvenient. Everything went well with the car, but when I returned it, I was charged an extra 50$ for fuel, even though the tank was full. I've tried to get a refund, but so far, no luck. This is very annoying and has been the most frustrating part of the experience. Overall, the car and the rental process were fine, but the extra charge and the difficulty in resolving it leave a bad impression.

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D.Weisenberger

January 27, 2025

Destination: Orlando

10Rental pickup and drop offs went smoothly, but final billing has been a disaster!

Avis was good, EXCEPT, they made two unauthorized charges to our credit card with no explanation, or copy of a receipt that may help. We dropped car off early in the day, so no attendant. Avis was also aware of extended rental, as the desk attendant had to ask another attendant about what to do, and we assumed that this was allowed for, but it wasn’t reflected on our rental agreement. Very difficult to reach anyone at Avis to discuss this. Placed on hold for over an hour, so I just hung up. I will try again to reach them to discuss these issues.

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F.Gabriel

January 26, 2025

Destination: Orlando

10No issues booking through QEEQ. Great deal.

Thrifty is usually great but this time there was a shortage of staff at the pickup counter which created a long wait

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January 25, 2025

Destination: Bozeman

9A very find experience

It was clean and great

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Heng-Yew Lim

January 22, 2025

Destination: Buffalo

6Stressful to look for charging points that accept credit card payments

I didn't get a RAV4. There wasn't an equivalent other than KIA EV6. Car was ok but the biggest issue for non US resident is availability of payment for charging. All the charging apps does not allow non US resident sign ups. Only network I found was electrify america which accepts credit card. BUT each charge was more than an hour with the queueing for the lot and then charging. Simply waste of my time and stressful rental. If you are non US resident get a gasoline car.

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A Mahomedy

January 22, 2025

Destination: Tampa

10Great rental company

Very good company to deal with. Simple and easy to pickup vehicle with good staff.

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P.Krajewski

January 22, 2025

Destination: Las Vegas

10Top quality service from a trusted supplier.

Quick service and friendly staff

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January 22, 2025

Destination: New York

10QEEQ and easy.

Counter wasn't too busy, got the car I reserved, which isn't always the case. No difficulty locating my reservation.

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J.Papadopoulos

January 22, 2025

Destination: Phoenix

6Great car, disappointing fees.

When I checked in I told the Hertz rep I would be a bit late dropping off the car and did I need to change the booking by 30 minutes. He said no, it was no problem and I didn't need to update the booking. My reservation ended at 1 pm and as indicated, I dropped the car at 1:25 pm. But when they emailed my receipt, they charged me $40 USD for one extra hour! Almost the same price as I paid for a whole day. Very dishonest given I asked in advance and could have amended the booking for a lower cost.

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Gino

January 22, 2025

Destination: Miami

10Grata experiencia

Hay pocas personas en el counter al momento de la recogida, y mucha gente en la fila, lo cual demora la retirada.

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M.Bursel

January 20, 2025

Destination: Chicago

9Perfect

The car was as l’m expecting clean and new.

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Helen Kieling

January 20, 2025

Destination: San Francisco

10Excellent

Fui muito bem atendida pelos colaboradores da Hertz.

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John Mac

January 20, 2025

Destination: Saint Pete Beach

8Avis Car Rental through QeeQ Easy booking process and easy pick up of clean very good car.

Overall this was a very good experience. Booking was easy and the pick-up location easily found The car was very clean and in very good condition. This was the second recent booking for a rental at this location. It was an Avis rental and I have rented many times from this office - always a good experience.

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M.Yu

January 20, 2025

Destination: Hawaii - Oahu Island (honolulu)

5Average

カウンタースタッフは最悪もう2度とナショナルは利用しない

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Frequently asked questions

Q1.What is an insurance excess?

The excess is the amount you'll only be liable for in case of damage(under Collision Damage Waiver) or theft(under Theft Protection) of the vehicle.
Information about the excess will be clearly stated in the price inclusion when you reserve a car on QEEQ.

Q2. How can I add an addtional driver?

You are advised to make a request upon your arrival at the rental counter. Additional charge per day will incur unless '1 Additional Driver Included' is stipulated on the rental.
Please note that the same licence and age requirement applys to the additonal driver. The addtional driver is supposed to present the required licence document along with the main driver at pickup.

Q3.What if I want to pick up or drop off my rental car out of office hours?

QEEQ will show you the car offers available at your chosen time on the search results.
However, pick-up or drop-off out of general opening hours may subject to an extra fee unless self-service pick-up or drop-off is available.
After you reserve a car on QEEQ, we will inform you of specific policy of the car hire company by email.

Q4. Can I take the hired car to another country or cross border?

If you want to pick up your car in one country and drop it in another, your search results will show you cars you can do that with.
If you're planning to cross any borders during your trip, bear in mind:
1. You may have to pay more.
There are often extra fees, taxes or additional cover you'll pay at the car hire counter.
2.It may not be allowed.
Depending on where you're hiring, you may not be able to take your car to another country.
Please email us if you want to take your hire car into a different country during your trip, and we'll talk you through your options.

Q5. Can I pick up my car at one location and return it at different location?

Yes. You can pick up the vehicle in one place and drop it off in another. An ‘one-way fee’ will incur. Whether it is inclued in the rental price or what additional cost may arise will be clearly stated at the time of booking on QEEQ.
Please inform the car hire company of your drop-off location when you pick up the vehicle or contact them directly during your trip. You will find a phone number on the rental agreement you signed at pickup.

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