Why Does Budget Organize Its Car Classes Differently Than Manufacturers and Some Other Car Rental Companies?

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• I Responded to an Advertised Offer But the Car Wasn’t Available. So, Why Did You Offer the Special Rate?

  Every location has a limited inventory of each type of car. Some cars and locations are more popular than others and they sell out quickly – especially when there are low rates on a busy rental date. Try another pick-up time if your travel dates are flexible. Then when you see …

• Are There Maximum Age Requirements for Renting?

  At corporate-operated locations, Budget does not have a maximum age limit in the U.S., but there may be upper-age restrictions in some other countries. Search for your location to find maximum age rules in your rental country. After you find your location, just click the 'addit…

• Is It Cheaper to Rent On a Certain Day Of the Week Or Time Of the Month?

  Rental car companies realize a significant portion of their volume during Monday-through-Friday business travel.  So, generally speaking, leisure travelers can find better rates on weekends when the demand for some car types isn’t as high. Also, the longer you keep the car…

• Why Do You Charge So Much Per Gallon to Refuel the Car?

  If you choose our Refueling Service and not one of Budget Rent A Car's other three simple, convenient and affordable re-fueling options, the Refueling Service charge takes into account both our direct and indirect costs of the fuel and maintaining our refueling infrastructure. …

• Does Budget Have 4-wheel Drive Vehicles?

  Budget’s extensive fleet includes mid-size to large SUVs, many of which offer 4WD. We also offer a limited number of Hummer H3 SUVs for the ultimate 4WD experience. Although we cannot guarantee availability of our very popular mid-size to large SUVs with 4WD, you may request th…