Auto Europe
Car Hire San Diego
Take a drive to the beach, eat some world famous tacos and experience the California way with a San Diego car hire from Auto Europe. No matter what you plans may be, hiring a car in San Diego will afford you the ability to experience it all. Use the Booking Engine at the top of the page to reserve your USA car hire today and save up to 30% when booking with Auto Europe.
While on the road, if you happen to find yourself in need of assistance, please contact our award winning customer support team. They are available all hours of the day to ensure all of your San Diego car hire needs are properly addressed. Reserve your San Diego car hire today!
Popular Car Hire Locatins in San Diego
Auto Europe provides some of the best and most convenient car hire locations in San Diego by partnering with the world's most trusted suppliers. Many of these locations include rail stations and airports, like the San Diego International airport. Use the Booking Engine towards the top of the page to reserve your preferred car hire today!
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All About Auto Europe's History
If you value treatment and the best available deals, then the Auto Europe brand ought to be your choice for your fast-approaching San Diego trip. Our company has managed to set ourselves apart in the competitive car hire industry thanks to the important working partnerships we have forged with the most recognized car hire companies. Our company's pricing promise is offered thanks to these close partnerships with car hire brands like Sixt, Avis, Enterprise, and countless more. The high number of car hire bookings we make for these agencies grants us access to unadvertised below-market rates that we are then free to offer to our valued customers. In fact, you can typically hire a Sixt SUV, van or sedan with Auto Europe for a comparable price (or better) than you would be able to if you booked it directly with that company's site.
We value our customers, and that's the reason our team makes every effort to display a transparent daily rate. We have found that intelligent travelers prefer to understand the full cost of their car hire when they make their reservation. To save you from some frustration later, we've summarized 5 common fees which many people driving in San Diego might not be familiar with. Read on and you'll understand some of the most common surcharges and local taxes that bewilder and irritate people who hope to hire a car in San Diego.
Over the years, Auto Europe has been proud to enjoy many accolades and awards. To name a couple:
Our Company Recently Won These Great Awards
| Silver Award Winner - Ground Transportation, Worldwide Coverage (Travel Weekly) | Europe's Leading Chauffeur Company (World Travel Awards) | Best Specialty Travel Supplier (Virtuoso) |
Book with the Best Car Hire Suppliers in San Diego
Discover San Diego and all of its hidden wonder when hiring a car from Auto Europe. We offer amazing rates from such suppliers as Avis, Alamo, Budget and Hertz. To reserve your San Diego car hire, simply use the Booking Engine at the top of the page.
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San Diego Auto Hire Charges Which You Might Have Concerns About
You definitely aren't the only one if you have been searching several travel sites to secure the best price on your next car hire in San Diego. Not so fast - there are a range of auto hire fees and surcharges which may not be included in your quoted price. Many cheap deals aren't what they appear to be. Some unscrupulous companies don't reveal mandatory costs to hide the actual cost of booking a car, van or SUV in San Diego. You better believe that should you book that discount offer elsewhere, you'll have a hefty bill waiting for you at the pick-up counter, and the total cost may be more than Auto Europe's advertised rates.
We're proud of the way we value our customers, and that's why our team makes every effort to show you a transparent per-day price. Smart travelers want easy-to-understand, up-front pricing and will not be confused by bait-and-switch tactics. If you are fed up with the car hire industry double-talk, the following helpful guide from Auto Europe's car hire specialists may help. Read on and you'll discover some of the most common add-on charges which bewilder and frustrate travelers who hope to book a SUV, van, or car in San Diego.
Point-to-Point Car Hire Fees in San Diego
| $$$$ | Always Disclosed by Auto Europe | Sometimes Disclosed by Others |
If your itinerary involves picking up your car hire in San Diego and dropping it off in another destination, then you may be required to pay an additional fee. Drop fees or Drop Charges are sometimes referred to as an "International One Way Fee" or a "Domestic One Way Fee," and can range in price depending upon your unique itinerary. Typically, international one way car hire (where you hire a car in one nation, drive to a neighboring nation and drop off your vehicle there) are more expensive. Sometimes arranging two separate car hire bookings and a short train ride or transfer across the border can save you hundreds of Euros. Contact an Auto Europe specialist if you'd like us to find you ways to save on your one way car hire in San Diego.
Mandated Local Tax Charges Related To Driving a San Diego Hire Vehicle
| $ | Always Disclosed by Auto Europe | Rarely Disclosed by Others |
There are many names for local car hire taxes, including Road Tax, Vehicle License Fee, Environmental Fee or Eco Surcharge, Credit Card Processing Fee, or Road Safety Fee. The cost of these mandatory charges is usually low (€1 - €5 per day), and they are required by law for drivers in many locations around the world. Many online car hire services do not disclose these 'hidden fees,' so we make an effort to be up front and transparent about them so you know what you'll be paying for your car hire in San Diego before you depart on your trip.
Location Charges for Car Hires in San Diego
| $$ | Always Disclosed by Auto Europe | Rarely Disclosed by Others |
Parking space at a major airport or train station comes at a premium, and to cover this cost, car hire agencies who offer convenient pick-up and drop-off right at these terminals will often pass a portion of these costs to travelers in the form of an Airport Surcharge, Premium Location Surcharge, Parking Fee or Rail Station Surcharge. There is a way to avoid these car hire fees. If you don't mind traveling to a downtown location in San Diego to pick-up your vehicle, you can avoid paying this convenience cost, but most travelers who factor in the expense and time of catching a cab to a downtown office opt for airport or rail-station pick-up, justifying the extra cost as a worthwhile expense to get on the road faster and maximize their time in San Diego. Wherever you choose to pick up your car hire in San Diego, we recommend that you pay careful attention to the office's business hours on your Auto Europe voucher so that you can return your vehicle when their office is open. This way you can avoid costly Late Return Fees, sometimes called Out of Hours Fees.
Extra Charges Following San Diego Accident Insurance Coverage Claims
| $$$ | Always Disclosed by Auto Europe | Rarely Disclosed by Others |
Even if you have opted for the most expensive insurance coverage option for your car hire in San Diego, if you are involved in an accident or your vehicle is stolen then you may be responsible to pay a small fee to cover the cost of filing paperwork involved in your claim. In many locations this is standard in the industry, and will appear on your credit card statement as an 'administration' or 'processing' fee. This charge is typically less than €50.
Various Driver Fees and Surcharges for Hiring a Vehicle in San Diego
| $$$ | Always Disclosed by Auto Europe | Rarely Disclosed by Others |
If you plan to have more than one driver, you may be asked to pay an Additional Driver Fee at the counter when you pick up your car hire in San Diego. If you can have a single driver for your trip, you can typically avoid this fee.
Additionally, some car hire agencies in San Diego will assign a Young Driver Surcharge when hiring to drivers under the age of 25 (or in some cases 21). The same is true with Senior Driver Fees which may be added to car hire contracts for drivers over the age of 65.
It's important to note, however, that not every local car hire operator will charge these fees (and even if they do, some charge less than others). If you fall in these age brackets, call Auto Europe's reservation specialists and we can help you find the best deal on your San Diego car hire.
Manual or Automatic Transmission Car Hire Options
Drivers that cannot pilot a manual transmission car, or if you simply prefer the smooth and seamless feeling which accompanies driving an automatic transmission car, will be grateful to learn that this transmission option may be available to you in San Diego. While you may be forced to go up a car class to be sure you can guarantee an automatic transmission car hire, but if there is one offered by a local company to hire in San Diego you can rest assured knowing that Auto Europe will be able to help you when you're ready to book your automatic car. It just takes one click to narrow your car hire search results to display cars which are your desired type of transmission. You can even filter to only show automatic cars for hire from your preferred local company like Dollar, Hertz, or Avis. Make a few final choices regarding optional vehicle coverage from Auto Europe, etc. and then finalize your booking in seconds!
Top Reasons to Pick an Automatic Transmission Hire Car in San Diego
- It is generally less difficult to find your way on unfamiliar roadways.
- Automatic transmission is likely to be standard in larger vehicles so if you book an automatic car you will likely be driving an excellent car hire!
Why You Should Drive a Manual Transmission Car in San Diego
- Save money - stick shift vehicles are usually cheaper than an automatic car.
- This transmission package is often available in the majority of cars, which means that you will have more car hire options.
- Manual transmission vehicles are usually carried by car hire suppliers in any area you travel to.
What Other Types of Vehicle Hire Are Offered by Auto Europe
Should you know the number of people are traveling as members of your tour group and can easily calculate the approximate quantity of suitcases and bags you'll have to stow in your vehicle, then you should spend less on your car hire by opting-for the best vehicle class for your needs. The following simple guide should help you hire the ideal vehicle for you.
Luxury Car Hire San Diego - At Auto Europe, we specialize in upscale, luxury vehicles for travelers accustomed to the best-of-the-best who want to enhance their time in San Diego. With a vast selection of luxury models including Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and even brands like Ferrari, you'll be excited by our exclusive selection of luxury-brand vehicles for hire.
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Van Hire San Diego - Enjoy plenty of space to accommodate your entire group during your getaway to San Diego. With a comfortable minivan hire you are free to tour in style.
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San Diego Motorhome Hire - Fall in love with San Diego and experience more of the sights and sounds with a motorhome hire from Auto Europe. There are a number of great locations to pitch and make camp for your time in San Diego. Auto Europe has the lowest rates in San Diego, request a quote today!
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