Renting an RV is one of the most freeing ways to explore the open road. You get your own kitchen, your own bed, and the flexibility to stop wherever the landscape calls to you. But there’s a gap between picking up the keys and actually knowing how to use what you’ve rented – and that
Planning a family vacation? Discover which rental SUVs offer the best mix of comfort, space, technology and value for your travels.
Costco Travel’s rental car rates can beat booking directly by $88 or more, and free cancellation lets members rebook when prices drop. Here’s how to use it.
The open-air electric cruisers are popping up at beach destinations across the country.
Three journalists took a V-Class limo from the airport into central Tokyo, and discovered a hidden world of VIP travel through a company based out of Ohio.
Most people over 60 assume renting a car overseas works exactly the same as it does back home – hand over a license, sign a form, drive off. It doesn’t. Somewhere between your 65th and 75th birthday, an invisible set of rules quietly kicks in, and rental counters from Dublin to Zagreb start treating you ...
Nothing derails a road trip faster than a rental counter clerk shaking their head at your driver's license.
One in eight car hire customers say they have been charged more than expected, a new survey suggests. Consumer group Which? claimed hidden fees are rife in the car hire industry after conducting the poll of more than 3,600 people who had hired a car in the previous two years.
If you've ever gotten into trouble with your rental car, you might want to dispute a charge through your credit card company. Here's why you shouldn't do that.
One of the biggest perks is that an additional driver is included at no extra cost
Booking the cheapest rental car option possible might actually cost you more in the long run, especially because of these frustrating downsides.
Before you book your next rental car for vacation, check out these five disadvantages to having a set of wheels when you travel, you may just want to skip it.
Renting a car isn't always worth it. In these 12 destinations, parking, traffic, tolls, and narrow streets can make driving more trouble than it's worth.
Avis Preferred is a free car rental loyalty program that helps travelers earn rewards and skip the counter at many locations. Learn how it works and whether it's worth joining before your next trip.
London Gatwick Airport is testing car-parking robots, offering secure, automated long-stay parking for most vehicles at a small extra cost.
"Our internal review found that the customer's contract was not properly closed and processed when it was returned."
Among the many (many) ways that Costco can help you save money, you might not have guessed that its travel services can save you hundreds on car rentals.
Gatwick has become the first UK airport to unveil robotic valet parking, allowing passengers to park their car and collect it without any human interaction.
Before you ditch traditional car rentals for trendy car-sharing apps, discover the costly mistake that catches most users completely off guard.
Renting a car at the airport can be very convenient, but you might save money by renting somewhere else. Here’s what to consider on deciding where it’s better to rent a car.
You might be missing out on the warehouse giant’s travel deals.
You book a rental car at one price, but the base rate is only part of what can appear on the final bill.
While they're cheaper to rent and more environmentally friendly, you may want to pass on getting an electric vehicle on your next trip.
Renting a car? NerdWallet travel expert Sally French explains the one photo you should always take to protect yourself from disputes.
Learn how Avis Preferred works, what members get and why it may be worth joining for travelers who want faster pickup, rewards and a stress-free rental experience.
The service operates at New York airports and some venues, like Chicago's United Center.
Picking up a rental car feels like the easiest way to see a new country on your own schedule. No waiting for buses, no language barrier with a taxi driver, just you, a map app, and the open road. Yet in a handful of places, that same freedom comes with hidden costs, unfamiliar rules, or ...
National Car Rental’s Emerald Aisle lets many customers skip the counter and choose their own vehicle.
Rental car agents notice your demeanor, preparedness, and travel plans right away. Here are the subtle signs they watch out for at the counter.
When you book a rental car, you may not consider how germy it is. However, bacteria are found all over rental vehicles, especially in one surprising spot.
The company is betting that fixing skiing's pain points will have a bigger impact than building another chairlift.
Travel expert Rick Steves suggests bringing these accessories for a European road trip, ensuring comfort and convenience while navigating other countries.
If you are someone who prefers planning ahead when it comes to bookings, you might be surprised to learn how much money you can save by waiting.
While it’s not something you may anticipate, if you’re renting a car for your Fourth of July travel, it’s important to know what to do if fireworks damage your temporary vehicle.
Lowering your carbon footprint and saving money on gas make renting an electric car sound appealing. But here's why it's not a viable option in most cases.
Image credits: Pexels Booking the cheapest rental car you can find feels like a win. You scored a deal through a discount site, skipped the counter add-ons, and assumed your own insurance or credit card would cover the rest. It’s a very common approach, and it works out just fine for many people. Until it
Image credits: Unsplash Most people assume that mountain cabin rentals with fireplaces, hot tubs, and sweeping ridge views are firmly out of reach for under $100 a night. That assumption is worth questioning. The short-term rental market has grown sharply more competitive in recent years, and that shift has quietly created real opportunities for travelers
A low daily rate can look very different once extra fees are added.
How a British luxury rental car firm elevates summer sojourns across the pond.