Renting a car in winter can be a convenient way to get around ski resorts and snowy conditions in other places. However, it is important to take precautions and prepare for your trip in advance. To ensure your journey is not only comfortable but also safe, experts from the car rental online platform EconomyBookings.com have compiled useful tips to help you prepare for renting a car during the winter season.
- Choose a car suitable for winter driving
Before booking a car, consider your needs and travel plan. If you plan to go to a snowy and mountainous region, choose a car with all-wheel drive. Winter tires, safety systems, and other elements suitable for driving will help you enjoy the trip without worrying about inconveniences.
- Book your car in advance
During the winter season, the demand for car rentals can increase, especially at popular winter resorts. To ensure you get the desired car class and avoid excessively high prices, book your car in advance.
- Understand the rental terms and insurance
Take the time to read and understand the rental terms, especially in winter. Ask about the costs of the insurance policy, the equipment included for winter conditions, and the insurance coverage for various cases. Make sure you are informed about any additional costs.
- Check the winter equipment
Before setting off on your trip, make sure the car is equipped with all the necessary winter safety accessories. Winter gloves, a snow brush, and anti-slip chains (if needed) will help you stay safe and avoid unexpected situations. If you anticipate particularly cold weather, we recommend bringing your own winter safety kit. This can include a snow shovel, blankets, a flashlight, and especially warm clothing, providing extra security and peace of mind.
- Keep rental documents and plan your route
Keep important information, such as the car rental agreement, insurance documents, and the roadside assistance phone number. Before your trip, plan your route considering road conditions, and remember that traveling in winter may take more time than usual. If you encounter problems with the rental car, do not hesitate to contact the rental company for assistance.
“Even during the winter season, we see that people are happy to travel with rental cars. We receive reservation requests from clients in various countries offering winter resorts, mostly cases where a car is needed to get from the airport to the ski slopes. On our online platform EconomyBookings.com, the most popular car rental destinations last winter were Italy, Poland, Spain, Germany, and Greece. Meanwhile, Latvia ranked seventh last winter in terms of car rental frequency,” says Alen Baibekov, Chairman of the Board of Booking Group Corporation.
