Before signing on the dotted line and driving off in your rental car with rentcars.buzz, you need to make sure it’s in good condition. Take a few minutes to inspect the car. Look for any dings, dents, scratches or other damage that wasn’t noted on the rental agreement beforehand.
Before Check the Car Out
Make sure you have a record of anything that’s wrong with the car before leaving. If you don’t record it ahead of time, you may end up being charged for any damage that happened prior to your rental period. Here are a few other things to check:
- Lights: Check all exterior and interior lights to ensure they’re functional; this is essential for your safety while driving at night or in poor weather conditions.
- Tires: Make sure all tires are in good condition and properly inflated before driving off. Low tire pressure affects your car’s performance, fuel efficiency and handling ability — not worth the risk!
- Fluid Levels: Check the engine oil, windshield washer fluid, power steering fluid and coolant levels before taking off; all should be at their recommended levels for peak performance of your rental car.