What does free additional driver mean on car rental?

Renter's spouse or domestic partner who meet the same age and driver's license requirements of the renter are authorized drivers at no additional charge. Any additional authorized drivers must appear at time of rental and meet age and driver's license requirements.



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Ideal for those on a road trip or planning a long journey, an additional driver will allow you to add family and friends to your rental. This very popular add-on is available at no extra cost when you opt for a rental with a Free Additional Driver included.

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CAN I PAY FOR THE RENTAL OF A CAR FOR ANOTHER INDIVIDUAL? The renter of the vehicle must be present to sign the rental agreement and provide their credit card at the time of pick up. The renter cannot provide a credit or debit card belonging to someone else for their use.

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The Hertz additional driver fee is charged on a per day, per person basis. With Hertz Gold Plus Rewards®, you may be able to add a free additional driver for a spouse or domestic partner. It's not too difficult to add an additional driver to your rental car agreement once you're certain you meet the criteria.

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Even in a cut-and-dry case where an insured driver is on the policy and at fault, it can be difficult to get the payout you're entitled to. When a driver is not listed on the insurance policy, the insurer may dispute liability (or fault) because the person involved isn't covered.

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Hertz Hold on Credit Card The authorization hold is a standard practice. It ensures that the rental charges and any additional expenses (like fuel charges or late return fees) can be covered by the renter's available credit. The hold amount can be up to US$200 for credit cards and US$500 for debit cards.

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