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Top tips for renting a car in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
- Ixtapa Zihuatanejo experiences high temperatures throughout the year. A convertible is ideal in this hot weather to avoid overheating when driving around the area. Car rentals with tinted windows also help with the high temperatures. A car with a good cooling system and air conditioning will help regulate heat during your journey. Remember to check the car's fluids and monitor the tire pressure for easier driving in warmer temperatures. It is important to note that Mexico is subject to natural disasters like hurricanes, floods, and earthquakes.
- If you’ll be traveling to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo with children, consider reserving a vehicle with car seats included. Even though authorities in this region aren’t very strict when enforcing traffic rules, a car seat is vital for your child's safety. Most drivers in Mexico tend to drive recklessly on major highways; therefore, you must be responsible for your own safety and any passengers in the car. For safe driving, keep an eye out for both motorists and pedestrians. Vehicle theft in Mexico is common, so ensure the car rental is equipped with an anti-theft alarm. Avoid street parking and use paid parking lots instead. If you must park on the street, remember to check on your car rental frequently.
- If you intend to rent a car in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo with an extra driver, there are certain requirements from car rental companies. Each driver must present an official driver’s license with a photo of the driver. Each driver must be at least twenty five years old. Having an extra driver may cost you more with certain companies, and you may also be limited when it comes to the type of car you can rent. Additional drivers also have to sign the rental agreement and appear at the pick-up location.
- Travelers intending to drive in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo must provide a valid driver’s license. The license must be government-issued, and its validity must cover the entire period you’ll be renting the car. Foreigners with driving permits in other languages should accompany their license with an International Driver’s Permit for translation purposes. Foreigners will also be required to provide a passport as well as a credit or debit card for payment when picking up car rentals in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
- Book your rental car in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Standard rental cars in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo are around 39% more expensive than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
Should I rent a car in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo?
The best thing about car rentals is the convenience they provide to travelers. Booking car rentals on vacation allows you to easily visit Ixtapa Zihuatanejo's spectacular beaches and vibrant markets on your own schedule. Plus. car rentals offer you comfort and privacy, which are hard to find with public transport. If you are traveling with family, car rentals offer the best means of getting around Ixtapa Zihuatenejo. Unlike with public transport, you can also bring any amount of luggage you want on your trip to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
What is driving like in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo?
Driving in Ixtapa Zihuatanajo can be challenging due to the area’s narrow roadways. Stay alert when driving on four-lane and two-lane highways. When driving at night, ensure the headlights are working, and always keep a safe distance of about 50 yards from the car in front of you along major highways. When driving car rentals in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo, take Cuto roads (toll roads) and avoid the Libre roads (free). Toll roads are better for driving because they are in better condition. "Alto" signs mean stop. Drivers going in the direction indicated by green arrow signs have the right of way, and those with red signs should yield to them.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo?
All drivers must be at least twenty one years old to rent a car in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo. Renters have to provide identification with proof of age when obtaining car rentals. Some car rental companies add a young driver's surcharge fee for drivers under twenty five and those above seventy. Some companies may also limit the car category choice for drivers under twenty five.
What is the most popular rental car in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo?
Standard (Nissan X-Trail or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo.
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