Vehicle Availability in terms of Airport Car Rental
Empire Fleet Solutions has access to a nationwide network of car rental agencies, which means that an airport car rental will not be that difficult to come by. However, all airport car rental vehicles are subject to availability at the time of your booking. Due to the fact that South Africa is becoming an increasingly popular international tourist destination, you are strongly advised to book your airport car rental well in advance, particularly in the weeks leading up to and during the 2010 Soccer Finals. Mileage may be unlimited, but unfortunately airport car rental supplies are limited.
South African Driver’s License Information regarding Airport Car Rental
When interested in making use of airport car rental, you as driver must have either a valid driver’s license or a passport identifying you as the legal holder of a driver’s license. Ensure that your driver’s license is printed in English to make it possible for a local traffic officer to establish which class of airport car rental vehicle you are qualified to drive. If not, either an international license should be purchased before arrival, or an affidavit/letter, printed in English and stamped and signed by a commissioner of oaths stating the class of airport car rental vehicle you are permitted to drive. Most airport car rental agencies are now insisting on an international driver’s license. The onus is on you as driver to prove that you are qualified to make use of an airport car rental.
Cross Borders Information concerning Airport Car Rental
Airport car rental is restricted to within the borders of South Africa unless otherwise agreed to by the hirer. On request, a letter of authorization will be issued on collection of your vehicle; note that cross border fees will in all likelihood apply.
Airport Car Rental boasts a Countrywide Back up Service
Airport car rental operate on a national car rental basis with depots at most airports across South Africa. Most of the airport car rental vehicles are less than one year old. If you are the victim of an unfortunate event such as an accident or mechanical problem, airport car rental services will arrange a replacement vehicle within hours.
GPS Navigation part of Airport Car Rental
GPS road navigation is available from most major airports in South Africa. Thus, GPS navigation forms part of airport car rental. However, it is also subject to availability. All airport car rental agencies also offer a Road Atlas free of charge.
Airport Car Rental Optional Extras Available
• Vehicle delivery and collection;
• Additional driver;
• Cross border authorization;
• Baby seat or booster seats;
• One-way drop-offs; and
• Drivers under 21 years considered.