CTA Car Rental & Ground Transportation

Question 1

What does CDW stand for in car rental agreements?

Accepted Answer

Collision Damage Waiver

Answer

CDW (Collision Damage Waiver) reduces the renter's financial liability if the rental vehicle is damaged in a collision.

Question 2

Which document is typically required alongside a valid driver's license to rent a car in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Credit card

Answer

U.S. car rental companies require a valid driver's license and a major credit card (used for the security deposit and payment).

Question 3

What is the typical minimum age to rent a car in the United States without incurring a young driver surcharge?

Accepted Answer

25

Answer

Most U.S. rental companies charge a young driver surcharge for renters under 25; at 25, that fee is typically waived.

Question 4

Which of the following rental car size categories typically falls between compact and full-size?

Accepted Answer

Intermediate

Answer

The standard rental car size progression is: Economy → Compact → Intermediate → Standard/Full-size → Premium → Luxury.

Question 5

What is an International Driving Permit (IDP)?

Accepted Answer

A translation document that accompanies a valid national driver's license

Answer

An IDP is an official translation of a national driver's license and must always be carried alongside the original license.

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