We looked at Slovak car rental companies and found out what additional charges car rental companies usually charge and how the additional charges differ when renting a car directly from a car rental company or through an intermediary (broker).
Which additional charges are mandatory when renting a car and which are at your discretion?
Additional charges in car rental companies: A complete guide to additional charges
When renting a car, we often encounter various additional charges that can significantly affect the final price of renting a car. In this article, we will introduce you to the most common additional charges in Slovak car rental companies and explain which of them are mandatory and which are optional.
Accessory rental
This includes, for example, renting a child seat, snow chains, GPS navigation, car refrigerator, or the like.
In the absolute majority of cases, accessories are rented for a fee, as a rule, the listed items are rented for a few EUR per day. Some car rental companies have a fixed one-time fee for the entire rental, which can be advantageous for the customer for a longer rental and disadvantageous for a rental for a few days.
Additional vehicle insurance (excess insurance)
The basic excess for damage or possible theft of the vehicle usually ranges from €150-400, but you should be careful especially when renting through an intermediary, where the excess usually rises to €600-2000.
The prices of the additional insurance itself also tend to differ both in the coverage offered and in the price.
If you purchase additional insurance from an intermediary, you should take into account that it is a reverse insurance, where you first pay the car rental company for the damage and then the customer claims compensation from the intermediary.
Optional surcharges
Additional driver
By default, one driver is listed in the contract
A surcharge is charged for each additional driver, this service is free at EDENcars
Prices range from €5 to €15 per day
This service is free at EDENcars
Travel abroad
Includes the necessary insurance and documentation for traveling abroad
The price depends on the country and length of stay
We recommend reporting your planned trip abroad in advance
We do not charge this fee at EDENcars either
Child car seat/booster seat
Mandatory for children up to 150 cm
Various sizes available depending on the child's age
Prices from €5 to €10 per day
Pickup and return outside of working hours
Surcharge for services outside of standard operating hours
Need to arrange in advance
Prices vary by time and day
Delivery services
Vehicle pickup
Car delivery to the requested address
Price depends by distance
Need to arrange in advance
Airport surcharge
For airport pick-up/drop-off
Often requested especially at larger airports
Since we are located directly at the airport, we do not charge any additional airport surcharges
How to save on surcharges?
Early booking - allows you to better plan the necessary extras
Long-term rental - often provides better prices on surcharges
Service packages - some car rental companies offer more advantageous packages with multiple extras
Seasonal promotions - watch for special offers outside the high season
Conclusion
When choosing a car rental company, it is important to look not only at the basic rental price, but also at the structure of additional fees. At EDENcars, we strive for a transparent approach and a clear explanation of all surcharges. We always recommend that you think in advance which additional services you really need and discuss your requirements with our staff.
Do you need advice on choosing additional services? Contact us at [contact details] and we will be happy to help you choose the optimal solution for your needs.
