Finding Cheap Car Rental Rates
Several days ago rental fee for 3 days in California was $100. Now it's $280! I still have about 6 weeks till I need the car. Should I wait for rates to go down or do you think I should find the best rate now?
Car rental rates generally are based on supply and demand, and usually go higher as the rental period gets closer. That being said, that's quite a big jump!
If I were you, I would book the best rate you can find now. Unless the rental has a no show policy or cancellation policy, you can cancel at any time with no penalty. If it is a deal that you must prepay, book it if you really like it and make sure to read all the terms and conditions around modifications or cancellations.
Once you've got a car booked, continue to search regularly (once or twice a week) to see if better rates become available, and check car rental company websites for "last minute car rental deals" up until the time of your rental. If you find something better, then you can book it (and cancel the other) but at least you know that you're covered for a rental car, if nothing comes up!
Hope this helps!
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