Plan in advance
It's always advisable to book you car rentals in advance. If you wait for last minute, it will be difficult for you to get a good bargain. Chance are thay you might have to pay the full price or will have to settle for a car that doesn't meet your travel needs.

Always check weekly rates before booking
When you are renting car for several days, for instance for more than a week, ask for the weekly prices. At times it is more cheaper to hire car at weekly rates instead of paying for individual days. Also, get yourself acquainted with weekly and weekend prices. You will comparitively less by scheduling your pick on Thursday afternoon when the weekend price kicks in. By doing so, you can save up to 50% on your car rentals.