Have a question about Car rental Taxes and Fees

[BINH PHAM]

I'm little bit confused that when my offer is accepted, the price I've paid for is the Total price and I wont be charged any additional fees (if I dont do anything outside my rates), is that correct?

For example, I won total price is $199 (including Taxes and Fees as Priceline stated), after returning the car I wont be charged any thing extra, right?

If anyone has any experience about this situation, please reply!

[thereuare]

The above is correct... other than optional things (having them fill the gas tank, navigation equipment, etc)

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[akram_s_s]

The above is correct... other than optional things (having them fill the gas tank, navigation equipment, etc)

As a follow up question, will the car rental agency "force" you to buy their insurance (which will be extra to what you paid to priceline)?

I heard some rental agencies do that; i know that Enterprise DOESN'T, since they always give you the choice whether to buy their insurance or not.

The reason behind my question is that I already have insurance through my VISA card.

By the way, i am booking a car in Ontario, Canada.

Thanks

[thereuare]

Some rental companies give a harder "sell" than others... but i don't believe they can force you to buy insurance (especially if you can show that you already have insurance). However, note that many credit cards only cover collision, and not liability, so that is something you may want to look into. (although admittedly i'm no expert on insurance)

[PrisonBull]

Make sure you bring a copy of your insurance papers to show the rental agency when you decline their insurance. Last time I rented it was a requirement. Some agencies will push their insurance even though you are covered through your credit card and own car insurance.

A tip: When you look over the rental vehicle for damage, make sure the tags/plates are current. I missed that and was pulled over for having expired tags in LA. CHP made us leave the highway and pull over in a gas station in South Central. Good thing there is such a thing as professional courtesy!

The handiest place to use your own GPS is in a city you are visiting!