 | | Car Rental in Charlotte: Life in the Fast Lane | | | Car rental companies at your disposal at Charlotte Douglas Airport include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty. Many other agencies throughout the city are also convenient for pick-up and return. Prices vary depending on the model and size of car you want and you can expect to pay between 70 and 170 dollars per day. Keep your eye out for various corporate or business rental schemes; on offer to serve the wealth of industry in Charlotte and weekend discounts for vacationers.
To rent a car you need a valid driver’s license and usually a credit card issued in your own name – only some car rental companies will take cash deposits. If you do not want to take out insurance with the provider they will expect proof of your own. You are generally expected to be over 21 to rent a small vehicle and over 25 for larger. Some companies offer rentals to those over 18 but check in advance.
Charlotte is easy to navigate due to a grid system of quality roads. Charlotte’s charming neighborhoods are waiting to be discovered and observing road rules and speed limits will ensure locals are more than happy to have you there. | | | |  | | |
