You should know the age limit for renting a motor vehicle, regardless of whether you're going on a trip or only need it for a few hours. This will prevent you from having to pay extra fees or wasting time in the rental counter.
Rent a car for those aged 19 and older
Despite the fact that the United States has a minimum age of 20 for renting a car (except in Alabama and Nebraska where the age is 19), it may surprise you to know that several companies will allow you rent a car at 19 years old. This is an excellent option if you are planning to take a trip overseas or with your family.
Can someone aged 19 rent an automobile?
The age you can rent a car is determined by a number of factors. These include your state's minimum car rental age and your membership with a certain car insurance provider.
Be sure to ask each company about their policies before booking.
If you're 19 and looking to rent a vehicle, you should try a few of these popular companies:
Fox
Fox requires that renters be at least 19 years old. At their locations, you can choose from a wide range of cars.
The majority of locations allow you to choose from the following vehicle classes: Economy, compact, intermediate, standard, full size and cargo vans.
Renting a small truck or SUV is also an option at many locations. Drivers under the age 21 are usually excluded from this.
Turo
A 19-year old driver can only rent vehicles with a maximum value of $20,000, and that is before insurance costs or any other fees. The car must also be in the super or deluxe category or be a specialty vehicle.
Zipcar
Zipcar may be the best option for you if you need a vehicle every day or to attend events at your school. Zipcar Student is a program that allows students rent cars for a few hours each day or every week.
Hertz
Hertz charges a fee for drivers younger than 25. Hertz and AAA have partnered to waive the young driver fees for members aged 20-24 who meet the rental requirements.
Budget
Budget sets a minimum rental age of 18 in the vast majority of states, with New York and Michigan being exceptions. Budget will charge drivers who are under 25 a fee, but it does offer a youth rental rate to government employees and military personnel.
Thrifty
Thrifty, another car rental firm that offers a discount to young drivers under 25, also offers a similar rate. Members of AAA and USAA and anyone 18 or older will not be charged the underage rate.