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Heading off to America for a city break or holiday? Whether you're heading to Disneyworld in Orlando Florida, The Big Apple or a road trip in California, check out our cheap car hire in the USA where we can bring you a great range of vehicles, all at low prices.

A USA rental car is the perfect way to experience the sights of this vast and varied country. From autumn in New England, the bright lights of Las Vegas, or the glorious boulevards of California, the USA really does have something for every type of visitor.

USA car hire rental vehicles

For our award-winning USA car hire comparison, we only work with trusted suppliers like Avis, Enterprise, Hertz and Alamo to ensure we bring you top quality cars at great value for money. We also regularly price-check all our offers to ensure we're bringing you the best deals. Pre-book your holiday car rental from our wide range of USA car hire options and you can be assured of top savings. Our vehicle range includes:

Top car hire USA locations

We also offer a wide range of pick up and drop off points at locations right across America- perfect for driving in one location or a big USA road trip. These include:

If you're planning a road trip through USA, then Holiday Extras has you covered. With our wide range of options for USA holiday car hire, you can collect your car from one location and drop it off at another. Perfect for travelling across America's famous Route 66.

How to book USA car hire

What happens once I've made my car hire booking?

When you've made your booking, we'll send you an email confirmation. This will contain your booking reference, show the name of your car hire provider as well as where to find the car hire office or desk when you arrive in the USA.

The lowdown on car hire insurance USA

Our car hire agreements all include a collision damage waiver. This means that, should the car be stolen or damaged, then you won't be charged any more than your excess.

Here are Holiday Extras, we do the hard work, to let you get on with what matters - enjoying your holiday. Another of our great hassle-free products is our total protection insurance. This will give you peace of mind, should the worst happen, and your USA rental car be damaged or involved in an accident. We also check our policies regularly to ensure we're bringing you top cover at the best prices. Our policies all include the following cover:

• Damage and theft excess
• Damage protection for all mechanical and exterior of the car
• Cover for any immobilisation, admin and towing charges
• Free cancellation and changes up to 48 hours before travel

See the full policy document.

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Touching down on US soil - collecting your America rental car

If you've opted to pick up your rental car from one of America's airports, then your confirmation will advise where the relevant car hire desk is located in the Arrivals hall. Should have decided on another pick up location, then head to the address of the office detailed on your booking confirmation. On arrival, a member of the car hire provider's team will take a few minutes to check through the paperwork for the car rental agreement with you. There will be some paperwork for you to complete/sign before the keys are handed over.

You will also be reminded of the fuel policy for the hire car and and also whether there is any mileage limit in the agreement. This is especially important in a country like America, where you could easily cover a lot of miles in your USA hire car.

What documents do I need to bring?

To make the handover process run smoothly, please ensure you have all the following with you when you pick up your hire car:

• Printed email confirmation for each of your journeys
• A full driving licence
• Credit card in the lead driver's name, with the full deposit amount available
• A valid DVLA code
• A valid passport

When it's time to go home

When your trip of a lifetime comes to an end, check your booking confirmation for details of where to return your hire car. Before you hand the vehicle back, it will be inspected by one of the rental car provider's team.

The Delights of the USA

Often referred to as the world's entertainment capital, the USA really does offer something for everyone. A country of contrast, our USA car hire deals will allow you to explore at your own pace. If you're looking for parades and adrenaline, then the attractions of Walt Disney World and Universal Studios are a must for you. When you've sampled the excitement, you can then relax on the beautiful sandy beaches of Florida.

If bright lights and casinos are your thing, then look no further than Las Vegas. Book a convertible or Luxury vehicle and experience the Vegas strip in style. Additionally, what visit to the USA wouldn't be complete without a trip to the nation's capital, Washington DC. Visit iconic sights including the White House, the Washington monument, and the Lincoln Memorial.

Whether it's the glorious sunshine of California, or the stunning beauty of New England in the Fall, the perfect way to explore America is by booking your USA rental car with Holiday Extras. With our hassle-free booking process and our top quality cars from big name providers, we do all the hard work, meaning you can focus on seeing the sights of this amazing country.

Other Holiday Extras

Our super savings don't end with car hire, as we also provide low prices on resort transfers if you prefer to be driven to your resort. Our competitive holiday insurance, also provides fantastic value for money cover for your trip.

If you're flying from a UK airport, we can also help you save up to 60% on airport parking, airport hotels and airport lounges, too.

Driving on America's roads

Driving in the USA, in a car that is not your own, may be a daunting experience. The cars are bigger, the roads are wider and they drive on the other side of the road. While you'll be familiar with the local language, you may want to brush up on some of the driving laws. Take a look at our top tips on how to tackle America's roads once you land in the USA.

• Left hand drive - Drive on the right-hand side of the road, overtake on the left.
• Automatic gearbox - The majority of car hire vehicles in the USA will have an automatic gearbox. If you are not confident or cannot drive an automatic be sure to call the car hire company before you book to organise a manual car.
• Minimum car hire age - 18 years old. Under 25's may have to pay a young driver surcharge.
• Seatbelt/safety belts - The law in America requires all drivers and passengers to wear a seatbelt/safety belt.
• Child restraints - Every driver must ensure that all children under 5 to be properly secured with a US government approved child restraint or car seat.
• Fuel types - Gasoline and Diesel
• Petrol/gas stations - Many gas stations in the USA will require you to pay before you fill up, either at the pump or inside the station. Most major credit cards are accepted but it's always worth carrying enough cash, just in case.
• Mobile phones - While it is not illegal to make calls using a mobile phone, you can receive a ticket if you become distracted while doing so. Texting while driving is illegal.

Road safety laws

Speed limits*

• Limited Highways - 70mph
• Highways - 55mph
• Business and residential areas - 30mph
• School zones - 20mph

Driving too slowly is also against the law. You can be issued a ticket for driving too slowly. Drive with the flow of the traffic and within the speed limit.

*Although these are the standardised speed limits, there may be local variations so please be careful to check the road signs.

Drinking and driving

It is a crime in all American states to drive with more than 0.08milligrams of alcohol in your blood. In Nevada you can have your licence taken from you and the vehicle you are driving may be impounded. It is also is also illegal to have any containers of alcohol open in the car.

It is important to note that drinking alcohol and then driving may invalidate your car rental insurance, irrespective of local drink driving laws. Check your policy for full details.

Driving licence

Important Information - Changes to the UK Driving Licence

Although an International Driving Permit (IDP) is not legally required to drive in the USA, in the event of an accident, authorities will often ask for this in addition to your driving licence. As such, we recommend obtaining one before you travel.

Mobile Phones

It is not illegal in America to make calls using a mobile phone however, you can receive a ticket if you become distracted while doing so. Texting while driving is illegal

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USA Car Hire Frequently Asked Questions

How much is it to hire a car in the USA?

Hiring a car in the US can be surprisingly reasonable, for example hiring an Economy car for 7 days in Orlando, Florida will cost you from just 18.94 per day. Get the best deals when you book in advance!

Can you rent a car in the USA with a British license?

Yes, you can certainly hire a car in America with a UK license, as long as you bring the necessary IDs and documentation.

What do I need to hire a car in the USA?

You will need the following documents in order to pick up your hire car:

• Driver's license
• Booking Confirmation
• Policy Documents
• Credit Card with the full deposit amount available
• Passport

What type of car is cheapest to hire in the US?

The cheapest USA car rental type is an Economy car. These are the smallest hire cars with enough room for a couple or small family- ideal for those on a budget carrying minimal luggage. These vehicles tend to be models like Ford Fiesta, Fiat 500, Chevrolet Spark or similar.

*This information should be considered as a broad overview of things to remember when hiring a car. It is therefore very important that you read the rental terms and conditions and associated policies for your own specific policy as well as doing your own research into the motoring laws of the country in which you will be driving.