Car rental agreements are packed with hidden fees and one-sided clauses — Loss of Use charges, damage matrices, and insurance upsells that can triple your bill. These guides show you exactly what to look for.
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You pay the daily rental rate for every day the car is in the repair shop — even if the repair takes 3 weeks. This can cost thousands and is often excluded by credit card coverage.
Pre-set "damage fees" (e.g., $500 for a door ding) that are 3-5× the actual repair cost. You're charged from a menu, not the real invoice.
You pre-buy a full tank at above-market rates with no refund for unused fuel. Almost always a losing deal unless you return the car on empty.
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