Johannesburg Airport Car Rentals

Hiring a car from the Johannesburg international airport should not be a problem since there are a number of car rental companies at the airport, and understandably so because this airport is the busiest in Africa. One of the greatest advantages of car hire is the fact that you can plan your own itinerary for visiting the various tourist attraction sites. Although hiring a car can be done right from the airport, it is worth considering making your booking in advance so as to avoid any disappointments.

Some of the car hire companies available here include Avis, Europcar, Budget, Tempest Car Hire Johannesburg, South Africa Car Hire, Hertz, National Car Rental, and Value Car Hire among many other companies. With all these companies providing this service you are assured of hiring a car at a good price. In addition, these companies have different types of vehicles and everyone is therefore assured of finding a car that will perfectly suit his or her needs; it does not matter if you are looking for a budget car, a standard car hire, or even a luxury car.

Some of the requirements for persons who want to rent cars include copies of the driving license, ID and passport. If you are therefore planning to hire a car at Johannesburg international airport, be sure to make enough enquiries so that you can find one at the best price possible.

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Johannesburg Airport Car Hire Deals

JNB Airport Car Rental Companies

AVIS Car Rental

Tel: +27 (0)11 923 3730

Europcar Car Rental

Tel: +27 (0)11 574 1000

Hertz Car Rental

Tel: +27 (0)11 390 2066

Tempest Car Rental

Tel: +27 (0)11 394 8626

Thrifty Car Rental

Tel: +27 (0​)11 390 3454

Driving A Car In South Africa

Driving a car can be an excellent way to discover South Africa on your own independent and flexible schedule, instead of having to wait for public transportation and pay for each trip. Renting a vehicle in this country is very straightforward, but there are a number of important facts to know about driving in South Africa, along with some tips to improve your experience.Perhaps one of the most vital pieces of information you can learn is that cars drive on the left-hand side of the road, unlike some countries where vehicles drive on the right-hand side. If you are from a country where cars drive on the right-hand side, be sure that you are comfortable the idea of driving on the other side of the ride for the duration of your time in South Africa.

Speed limits

The speed limits for roads throughout the country vary extensively, with some areas setting limits of about 60 kilometers per hour (km/h) and others allowing faster speeds of up to 100 km/h. Always check the road signs when you’re driving and keep within the speed limits. All road signs in the country are designated in kilometers rather than specified in miles.

Police traffic control

There are a large amount of police vehicles and speed cameras observing drivers throughout the country, especially on the busiest roads, meaning the odds of being caught for speeding are quite high and you would then likely have to pay a penalty for exceeding the limit. It’s generally observed that South Africans typically keep within the speed limits and do not break them.

Minimum age to rent a car

You must be at least 18 years old to drive in South Africa, regardless of whether you are allowed to drive at a younger age in your home country. The only exception is for renting motorcycles, because you are allowed to do this starting at 17 years old in South Africa.

And you also need to have a valid, unexpired driving license in your country of residence in order to drive in South Africa, otherwise you won’t be able to get a rental car.

Drunk driving

There are very strict laws against drunk driving in South Africa, and the maximum allowable blood level of alcohol for a driver is 0.05 percent per 100 milliliters (ml), which equates to a single glass of typical wine, and there’s a 0.2 microgram per 1,000 ml breath alcohol limit. You should never drive drunk, and if you do and are caught then you could be sentenced to a jail sentence of up to six years, as well as having to pay a fine of 120,000 South African Rand, which is equivalent to about $7,750, and you might have your driver’s license suspended.

Avoiding Animals on the Road

South Africa is very well known for its thriving wildlife with rhinos, elephants and other animals that can be spotted in their natural surroundings. You should learn what to do in the event that you encounter wildlife while driving; the best strategy is to switch off your car’s engine and stay as quiet as you can until the creature has moved on. Many animals can quickly become threatened and aggressive if they hear too much noise, so you want to avoid that happening.

Although driving in South Africa is generally very safe, with people respecting the speed limits and other rules, it helps to be cautious about potential crime. You should always keep your car doors and windows locked while driving. Only ever park in brightly lit areas and make sure that any valuables are stored safely out of view. Also, never pick up hitchhikers.

Renting A Car In South Africa

For years, South Africa has been one of the world’s top tourist destinations and it continues to be in high demand as a vacation spot because of its vibrant culture, first-class entertainment, excellent and diverse dining and drinking venues, warm weather, historical sites and more. There’s plenty to explore in this country, and one of the best ways to get around is by car.

Renting a car for you and you travel companions will give you the most possible independence when traveling around South Africa, because you’ll be in total control of when you drive and where you go. You won’t have to rely on having to use potentially crowded public transportation that only operates during certain times, meaning you can explore at your leisure.

There are several international rental car companies that operate in South Africa, including Hertz and Avis along with domestic providers such as Rentacheapie and a Sixt affiliate. The exact cost of the rental will depend on the type of vehicle that you want and the amount of time that you want to drive it. The cost of a car typically increases with its size, for example a two-door vehicle will likely be much cheaper to rent compared to a four-door or bigger car.

Many people who have visited South Africa recommend renting a 4×4 car if you are planning on exploring the countryside, which has gorgeous views but many uneven and rocky roads. You should also be capable of, and comfortable with, driving in such terrains if this is your plan.

Costs of operating a car in the country are fairly low, with the average fuel price being roughly $15 South African Rand (equivalent to about $4.15 per gallon or $1.10 per liter of fuel). This makes it very affordable to travel around South Africa, whether in big cities or the countryside.

In order to book and use a rental car, you will need to provide a credit card, your passport, your driving license issued by your home country, and an international drivers permit (IDP). It’s required that you purchase the IDP in the country where you live before your vacation. Anyone who does not have a driver’s license issued by the country where they live cannot rent a car.

When you are eventually taken to your rental car, you should ask an employee to show you around the vehicle and to point out any paint scratches, dents or other damage. It’s important that these features of the vehicle be identified before you begin your rental, otherwise when you return the car at the end of your vacation you might end up being charged for that damage.

If you have an ambitious driving plan that will cover very long distances, you must check with the rental car company that they offer unlimited and unrestricted mileage for your vehicle. Some companies impose restricted mileage on their vehicles, which means that if you end up adding more mileage to the car above the company’s set limit you will pay an additional fee for every kilometer you travel over that limit, and this can end up being very expensive in some cases.

You should also consider getting rental car insurance, which would cover any costs that you might incur in the unfortunate event that you get into an accident during your vacation and the vehicle is damaged. Some credit card companies include this so-called collision damage waiver insurance, so you should check with your credit card provider to see if this is already covered. If not, you can buy insurance direct from a rental company but you may pay higher fees for it.

Finally, rental car companies will likely place a hold on your card for the duration of the rental, anywhere from the equivalent of a few hundred dollars to more than $1,000.

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