Smarter Car Renting

Here are car rental tips from the road trip-seasoned editors of RoadsideAmerica.com:

•  Book your reservation in advance. Rates can vary drastically, even for the same rental car in Springfield Ohio. By booking your car early, you can avoid last minute rate increases. It can also help assure your desired vehicle-type will be available at high demand car rental locations.

•  Damaged: Always carefully eyeball your vehicle before leaving the rental agency, whether you're in Springfield or East Podunkville. The last renter may have pulled in after a meteor shower! Prior scratches, dents, and other vehicle damage can cause extra headaches and costs if not noted before you leave the rental car lot. If you see any damage on the car's exterior and interior before you leave, make sure it's noted on the rental car papers, and point it out to an agency employee. This will resolve any questions that could arise when you return. And avoid meteor showers.

•  Under 25? Everyone over 25 assumes you are an awkward and unpredictable risk behind the wheel. Ridiculous, you say, without taking your eyes off the road. But be sure to check with Springfield Ohio car rental companies about their specific policies. Some agencies require the driver to be at least 25 while other rental companies may allow younger drivers to rent for an additional fee. Have more than one driver? Be sure to ask if additional charges apply for more than one person driving the rental car.

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Springfield OH Area Attractions

• Clark County Historical
• Clark State Community College
• Mercy Medical Center
• Springfield Museum of Art
• Springfield Surgery Center
• Upper Valley Mall
• Wittenberg University
• Antioch College (9.90 miles)
• Urbana University (12.42 miles)
• Cedarville University (12.51 miles)
• Central State University (15.29 miles)
• Wilberforce University (16.23 miles)
• Imax Theatre (16.43 miles)
• Greene Memorial Hospital (17.03 miles)
• Wing Chun Museum (17.92 miles)
• Bergamo Center (21.38 miles)
• Trapshooting Hall of Fame (21.60 miles)
• Carillon Historical Park (22.51 miles)

Springfield rental guide