by Gen Wright

The best thing about renting a car is that you can choose almost any car you want, assuming that price is not a problem. In this article, we are not going to just touch briefly on price, and spend a little more time discussing other important practical tips when it comes to car renting.

So to it out of the way, let's just spend a moment or two to talk about price. If you are renting a car in Australia, you certainly want to check out price comparison websites. These websites have cutting edge price comparison engines that will compare the prices of most major car rental suppliers side by side. That way, you can be sure that you are getting the best deal for the lowest price. It's a simple process, and you can get the search results with a few simple clicks.

Simple isn't it? Now assuming price is not a problem, you are left with many options. But having a huge budget doesn't mean that you should go right out and grab the most expensive car or the largest car. For sure, that is not money well spent. To spend your money wisely when it comes to renting cars, think about your needs first. Ultimately, whether you have a positive experience with your car rental depends on how best the car can serve you. There is no point in hiring a luxury car if you are going for a ride in the Australian outback.

Of course, for most cities, space and comfort would be the two most important determining factors when it comes to renting cars. After all, you would be spending hours in the car, especially when you are driving in traffic congested city areas. So it makes sense to rent a car that you feel most comfortable in. But if you are traveling to a country such as Australia, then you may wish to consider the terrain as well. If you are going for a ride in the outback, choose a four wheel drive car that you would feel comfortable driving. And make sure that the insurance provided is comprehensive enough. Regardless of where you are heading, there is still a risk of road accidents happening. And insurance can provide you with peace of mind. Most car rental companies offer that as a value added service, but ask just to make sure.

When renting cars, bear in mind that individual companies have their own qualification requirements. The requirements are different for each country due to different laws, and within each country, the requirements are different for the various car rental companies. In most cases, as long as you do not have a record for drink driving, and possess a qualified international driving license, you should be approved. In Australia, the minimum age required for renting a car is 18. But be prepared to pay a surcharge. If not, you may need to hire a driver together with your car. Sometimes, this may be a good idea, especially if there is no one traveling with you who knows the roads well enough.

So keep your needs in mind first and foremost, then choose the car that best serve those needs. Present the necessary qualification documents upon request, and your car rental in Australia would be smooth sailing.