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RentCar Trip is an independent guide to the real cost of renting a car in the United States. Our editorial team researches rental pricing, fees, deposits, insurance terms, and cancellation policies against official supplier terms and primary regulatory sources, and dates every guide. See our Editorial Policy for how we research and review.

Can You Rent a Car for Someone Else? Authorized Driver Rules

July 17, 2026 by RentCar Trip Editorial Team
Rent a car for someone else rules

Can you rent a car for someone else? Usually no — the renter must be present and pay. Rent it yourself and add them as an authorized additional driver.

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Insurance Replacement Rental Car: How It Works

July 16, 2026 by RentCar Trip Editorial Team
Insurance replacement rental car guide

How an insurance replacement rental car works: insurance pays up to daily and total limits via direct billing while your car is repaired; you pay extras.

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Rental Car Insurance for One Day: Best Options

July 19, 2026July 15, 2026 by RentCar Trip Editorial Team
One day rental car insurance options

One day rental car insurance rarely means paying at the counter: credit card coverage plus your own auto policy usually protect a single-day rental.

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Can You Rent a Car at 18? State Rules, Fees, and Real Options

July 14, 2026 by RentCar Trip Editorial Team
Can you rent a car at 18 guide

Yes, you can rent a car at 18 — but only New York and Michigan require it, and daily young-driver fees are steep. See the rules, costs, and real options.

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Rental Car Deposit Not Refunded: What to Do

July 13, 2026 by RentCar Trip Editorial Team
Rental car deposit not refunded guide

Rental car deposit not refunded? It’s usually a pending hold your bank releases in 3-10 business days. Here’s when to call the company and how to dispute.

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Can You Drive a US Rental Car to Mexico?

July 7, 2026 by RentCar Trip Editorial Team
Can you drive a US rental car to Mexico

Drive a rental car to Mexico? Usually not — most US rentals are banned; Avis and Budget allow border-state trips with mandatory Mexican insurance.

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Do Rental Car Companies Run a Credit Check for Debit Cards?

July 19, 2026July 7, 2026 by RentCar Trip Editorial Team
Rental car credit check with a debit card

Yes — a rental car credit check is common for debit card renters at pickup; Hertz says most locations run one. Soft vs. hard, and how to skip it.

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Can You Rent a Car With Cash?

July 19, 2026July 7, 2026 by RentCar Trip Editorial Team
Can you rent a car with cash guide

You usually can’t rent a car with cash at pickup in the US. A card is required for the deposit, though many locations accept cash at return.

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Rental Car Prior Damage: How to Prove It Was Not You

June 29, 2026 by RentCar Trip Editorial Team
Rental car prior damage: prove it was not you

Billed for rental car prior damage? Timestamped pickup photos and a signed condition report prove it was not you. Dispute in writing and escalate fast.

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How to Dispute a Rental Car Damage Charge

July 19, 2026June 29, 2026 by RentCar Trip Editorial Team
How to dispute a rental car damage charge

Learn how to dispute a rental car damage charge: gather photos, send a written dispute, and file a card chargeback within 60 days if it is unfair.

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