Car rental in United States of America
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Cities with car rental in United States of America
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Cars in United States of America
Choose a city and dates — the form shows available cars from local companies, total price, deposit and insurance.
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Driving in United States of America: licence and road rules
What you need to rent a car and drive here as a visitor. Rules change — check with your rental company before the trip.
An EU/EEA licence is valid on its own in United States of America — no IDP needed.
A UK licence is valid on its own in United States of America — no IDP needed.
A US licence is fully valid in United States of America, just like at home.
Most states accept a valid foreign licence for visitors; an IDP is recommended for licences not in English, and a few states expect one.
Many toll roads are cashless (E-ZPass, SunPass, FasTrak, plate reading). Rental cars use the company's toll programme, which adds daily fees.
Tip: Drivers under 25 pay a young-driver surcharge. Stop fully for school buses with flashing red lights, and right turns on red are allowed unless signed (except in NYC).
How to rent a car
Four steps from choosing a city to getting the keys in United States of America.
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Choose a city and dates
Pick where and when to collect the car. You can return it to the same place or, with many companies, in another city.
Pick-up and drop-off in the form -
Compare the cars
Each car shows the total price for your dates, the deposit, insurance, mileage limit and driver requirements.
All terms before you book -
Book online
The rental company confirms the booking. Usually a small prepayment online and the rest on pick-up.
Confirmed by the company -
Get the keys
Bring your passport and driving licence. The car is handed over at the office, the airport or, often, at your hotel.
Passport + licence
Car rental FAQ
The essentials, so you can plan your trip with confidence.
Do I need an International Driving Permit to rent a car in United States of America?
EU/EEA licence: An EU/EEA licence is valid on its own in United States of America — no IDP needed. UK licence: A UK licence is valid on its own in United States of America — no IDP needed. US licence: A US licence is fully valid in United States of America, just like at home. Most states accept a valid foreign licence for visitors; an IDP is recommended for licences not in English, and a few states expect one.
Where do I get an International Driving Permit?
Get it at home before the trip: in the UK at PayPoint shops, in the US through AAA, in EU countries from the licensing authority or national automobile club. It is a translation of your licence and is valid only together with it.
What are the speed limits in United States of America?
Typically 40 km/h in towns, 90 km/h outside towns and 105 km/h on motorways. Set by each state: typically 25–35 mph in towns, 55 mph rural, 65–75 mph on interstates (up to 85 mph in Texas). Always follow the signs — cameras are common and fines reach you via the rental company.
Are there toll roads or vignettes in United States of America?
Many toll roads are cashless (E-ZPass, SunPass, FasTrak, plate reading). Rental cars use the company's toll programme, which adds daily fees.
What is the drink-driving limit?
The limit is 0.8 ‰ blood alcohol (0.5 in Utah; zero tolerance for drivers under 21). The safest rule is not to drink at all before driving.
Where can I pick up a car?
Miami.
Can I return the car in another city?
Many companies allow it, sometimes for a fee. You can choose the drop-off location in the booking form.