Car rental facts for kids
Car rental is when you pay a company to use one of their cars for a short time. This could be for a few hours or even a few weeks. The company that gives you the car is called a car rental agency. You, as the person using the car, are called the hirer. In some places, like the UK, this is also called car hire.
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Where Can You Rent a Car?
You can often find car rental places near airports or in busy parts of a city. Many people now book their rental cars online. Websites let you reserve a car from companies like Hertz, Budget, Alamo, Sixt, Thrifty, Dollar, Enterprise, and Europcar. You can book a car from almost anywhere in the world before you even travel!
Why Do People Rent Cars?
People rent cars for many reasons. If you are a traveler visiting a new place, you might need a car to get around. Sometimes, people rent a car if their own car is being fixed or was damaged. Car rental agencies also rent out bigger vehicles, like trucks, for people who need to move their belongings.
Rules for Renting a Car
When you rent a car, there are usually some rules you need to follow. These rules can be different for each company. You must return the car in good condition. There might also be a limit on how far you can drive the car. If you go over this limit, you might have to pay extra fees.
Most companies also have a minimum age for the driver. This age can be 21 or even 25 years old, even if you can get a driver's license at a younger age in your country. Some modern rental cars might even use GPS technology. This can help the company track where the car goes or how fast it is driven.
Car Rental Around the World
Car rental is very popular in North America and Europe. These regions use car rental services a lot. Many people use them for daily travel, going to work, or for vacations. The idea of car sharing, where many people use the same car at different times, is also growing. This helps more people use rental cars. Asia-Pacific is another growing market for car rentals.
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The Rental Car Center at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
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Kia Rio rental car from Thrifty
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See also
In Spanish: Alquiler de automóviles para niños
