Returning Your Hire Car
The key things to remember when returning your hire car are:
Ensure that there are no costs you might be charged for later.
Try to return your car during normal office hours so you can go through the full return process. If you just drop the car off without checking it in, you are still liable for the car until the car hire company opens the following day.
Inspect the car with a representative of the car hire company to ensure that there are no problems. If this is not possible then take photos of the car in case you need to prove that there is no damage.
Wait for a printed copy of the final report.
Check the seat pockets, glove compartment and boot for any items that you might have left in the car.
Finally keep your copy of the car rental agreement and any damage report until your next credit card statement arrives. That way if you need to claim on your insurance or dispute the transaction you will have the information to hand.
Most of all enjoy your hire car and enjoy being out on the open road. Hiring a car is a great way to see parts of the world that are difficult to get to on public transport, and is often a very cost effective way to travel with your family and friends.
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