Traveling with rented vehicles across Europe is becoming more popular. More and more tourists prefer to spend their holidays without reference to dates, times, scheduled routes of public transport. That is why the demand for the services of rental companies has increased significantly recently.
One of the most famous car rental companies is the world-renowned Auto Europe, which has been a leader in its niche for several decades. High quality service and affordable prices - these are the two pillars on which the success of the rental company is based, which is pleased to offer its services to all those who are in Spain for a few weeks.
Peculiarities of renting a car in Spain
Most of the companies specializing in the provision of rental services adhere to the same rules. But there are exceptions that must be taken into account. For example, the requirements regarding the age of the client, whether he has an international driver's license, medical and social insurance, etc., may differ.
Renting a car at Auto Europe is as easy as shelling pears. In particular, any citizen who has reached the age of 21 can become a client (persons aged 21 to 25 will have to pay an additional fee), who has a driver's license that is recognized in Spain and has driving experience for at least one year. Of course, other documents may also be required from you, but these are separate cases.
You can get transport at one of the offices of the rental company, which are located in places where tourists gather - in the area of the airport, railway stations and bus stops. You can find such subjects in the central part of any city, in the suburbs. This will not be difficult, since such ads can be found everywhere - on message boards, in newspapers, in public transport, on the Internet.
It is also worth noting that many guests of Spain take advantage of the advance booking of transport. This can be done by visiting the website of the rental company. This way of renting has its advantages and disadvantages. In particular, when booking transport in advance, the client gets the opportunity to choose a car, find out the prices and rental conditions, save himself from unnecessary waste of time while waiting for the paperwork.
But there are also disadvantages: unscrupulous firms can slip a car in an unsatisfactory condition (it will not be possible to check this via the Internet). But with the clients of Auto Europe, such troubles do not happen, because it values its reputation and every client.
What documents are required
To conclude a car rental agreement, the client will need the following documents:
- an international driver's license, which is recognized in Spain, with an open category that gives the right to drive a certain type of transport
- foreign passport proving the identity of the client
- international bank card
Insurance can be obtained at the office of the company. As soon as you find yourself in the office of the company, familiarize yourself with all the conditions for the provision of transport for use, as well as agree on other key nuances, a certain amount (deposit) will be frozen on your bank card. This is done in order to protect yourself from unpleasant surprises that can happen in the form of accidents, thefts and other unpleasant situations that lead to damage or loss of the vehicle. Once it is returned to the office in the same condition as it was provided, the money will be returned to the client.
Remember: all documents must be in the name of the potential driver. If it is envisaged that third parties will drive the vehicle, it is worthwhile to provide for this in the contract and prepare the above documents in advance.
Fuel policy
As you know, a car cannot perform its functions without fuel. In order to create the most comfortable conditions for potential customers, rental companies conduct their own fuel policy. It consists in the fact that each visitor to the office can choose a suitable option for renting a car with fuel in the tank. Today there are three main types of such a plan:
- the customer receives the vehicle with a full tank and returns it with the same fuel content. In this case, the cost of the initial refueling is not paid;
- the car is provided with little fuel. You need to return the vehicle with gasoline, the difference of which is not returned to the client in monetary terms;
- the tourist pays for the first tank at the rate of the company.
Additional services
Sometimes the rental vehicle must be equipped with additional fixtures and fittings. For example, for tourists who travel with children, you will need to install a special child seat. For those who have come to Spain for the first time and are poorly oriented on the terrain, a high-quality navigation system may be required. Also, do not forget about tourists with disabilities who want to use vehicles specially adapted for their needs.
The possibility of retrofitting vehicles with such devices should be negotiated in advance so that the specialists of the rental company have time to prepare the car for the arrival of the client. Of course, an additional fee is charged for such a service, which forces many tourists to refuse such services. But Auto Europe customers do not have to worry, because the cost of equipment for cars that are rented by the company is not high.
Transport rental cost
The car rental price depends on many factors. This is the duration of the lease, and the type of vehicle, additional equipment of the car. Also, the criteria for the formation of the price should include the possibility of leaving on rented transport outside Spain, and so on.
The pricing policy of Auto Europe will not leave anyone indifferent. For example, you can get an economy-class car at Madrid airport and use it during the day for only 2700-3900 rubles. You can ride a roomy family sedan of a well-known brand for 4600-7800 rubles, and for renting an SUV you will have to pay from 5200 rubles per day.
The company offers premium car rental services that are perfect for organizing and conducting business negotiations, budget minicars or comfortable convertibles that will give you the opportunity to fully enjoy your travels around this wonderful country.
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Travel to other countries and toll roads
Very often, clients plan to visit several countries at once within the framework of one trip. And to provide for the possibility of crossing the border is in the lease. Most firms give their clients this opportunity. They receive transport in Spain, and return it to the agreed place in a neighboring country. Moreover, such a service is paid separately.
But there are also exceptions. For example, many distributors do not allow customers to leave their cars outside the country, or artificially set “unaffordable” rates for such services.
As for toll roads, they can be found everywhere in Spain.Payment is made either by credit card or by cash deposit. At the entrance to the toll road section, direct your car to the appropriate turnstile in advance: if you pay with a credit card, look for the manual or “Vias Automáticas” sign. Well, you can get angry with cash only in front of the manual turnstile.
Traffic rules and penalties for non-observance
As in other European countries, you need to travel on Spanish roads with strict observance of traffic rules. There are similar norms for Russia here, but there are also significant differences that will have to be taken into account. Otherwise, you will face huge fines.
So, the movement on the roads of Spain is organized on the right side. Seat belts must be worn by everyone - both the person driving the vehicle and all passengers in the cabin. Children must be securely secured in a special seat.
You can leave the car on the road only in a special vest with reflective stripes. As a rule, all rental cars are provided with similar vests, therefore we advise you to check its availability after receiving the vehicle for use.
For those who like to talk on the phone while driving in Spain, there is a very strict attitude. It is forbidden to use a mobile device without a special headset. And when refueling at a gas station, all mobile phones must be turned off.
But you can go for a ride after a glass of beer. If you have more than 2 years of driving experience, then the permissible blood alcohol level is 0.5 ppm.
Most often, our compatriots commit violations of the speed limit, parking rules and drunk driving. All traffic offenses should be divided into three groups:
- for minor offenses, fines of up to 100 euros are provided
- for violations of average gravity, the offender is subject to a fine of up to 200 euros
- serious offenses (violations of the speed limit, drunk driving, installation of a radar detector) entail liability in the form of a fine of 500 euros or more.
House on wheels
Car rental company Auto Europe offers its customers a new service - motorhome rental. A spacious van equipped with sleeping places, a kitchen, other conveniences and accessories necessary for a comfortable life will make every tourist feel at home.
Do not limit yourself in comfort, even if you want to spend a few days on the shore of the lake, by the sea, or just go to a remote place outside the city for a picnic.
Parking
All Spanish parking lots can be divided into several groups. Some allow you to leave transport for only a few hours, others - for a day, and still others provide for restrictions on even days and even months. All this should be taken into account if you do not want to pay the fine and have an unpleasant conversation with the police.
To make it easier to navigate the types of parking lots, all such places are marked with signs and information plates, and there are also color markings. But it is better to leave the car in underground parking lots, where the cost of this service is higher, but no one will limit you in time.
Be vigilant, follow the traffic rules, and your vacation will definitely turn out bright!
