How to Rent a Car in Las Vegas

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You might think that renting a car while on vacation is as easy as picking up the phone and reserving one. While that may be the easiest way to do reserve a car while away from home, it’s also the most expensive. Renting a car doesn’t have to cost a bundle. Learning how to rent a car in Las Vegas requires a bit of knowledge in order to avoid making a costly mistake.

• Book Early – Or Book Late. To get the best rate on a car, either book early and reserve your discount; or book at the last minute to strike a deal. Of course, booking late may not offer the same choices as you might otherwise get, but it can be much cheaper.
• Surf the Internet for Deals. Many national car companies offer discount rates and coupons online for those willing to take the time to look.
• Ask Your Hotel About Discounts. Some Las Vegas hotels offer car rental discounts when staying there, so be sure to ask.
• Book Your Car on the Weekend. There are often better deals from Fri-Sun.
• Fill the Tank Yourself. Avoid prepaying for gas. If you happen to return your car with a half tank of gas, too bad, you have already agreed to pay for a full tank. Besides, the rental company usually charges a much higher price for gas than the local pump, so opt for filling the tank yourself before returning the vehicle.
• Avoid Airport Pick-Up. If at all possible, pick up your rental from a neighborhood dealer. Not only will you save money on the rental (even considering the cab fare to the dealer), but you can often avoid those long airport pick-up lines.
• Be Sure to Bring Your On Extras. Never rent a GSP, car seat or other take-out amenity form a rental car company – ring your own.
  Learning how to rent a car in Las Vegas for the least amount of money isn’t hard. It just takes a little time and some common sense.

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