Facts on Renting a Car
With a beginning that can be traced back to the Ford Model "T," rental cars have long been a part of automobile history. Originally used for business purposes, the general public soon embraced this new industry and helped to propel it to the multi-billion dollar industry it is today. Rental car agencies can now be found in virtually every corner of the world and offer automobiles for business, personal and pleasure use.
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History
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The origin of the rental car is often traced to the early 1900s, when a businessman in Nebraska rented his Ford Model "T" at 10 cents per mile.
Types
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Rental car agencies offer a variety of choices, which can include sports cars, trucks, vans, suburban utility vehicles, luxury cars and buses.
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Considerations
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When renting a car, special consideration should be given to the topic of automobile insurance options, coverages, deductibles and liabilities.
Benefits
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Renting a car to suit temporary needs offers flexibility that cannot be attained with purchasing a single vehicle.
Warning
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Read rental car agreements carefully to avoid excess charges or liabilities that could arise from misuse, accidents, damage or late returns.
Fun Fact
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Some rental agencies offer exotic cars such as Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz or Porsche for personal or business events.
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