When traveling to Xinjiang and renting a car locally, you need to prepare relevant documents, choose a suitable car rental platform or company, and pay attention to the car rental processes and matters.?
Firstly, prepare the necessary documents for car rental:?
ID Card: Must be at least 18 years old with a validity period of at least one month.?
Driver’s License: With a driving experience of more than six months and a validity period of at least three months; electronic version is also acceptable.?
Credit/Debit Card: Used for paying car rental fees.?
Secondly, choose a suitable car rental platform or company:?
Self-operated car rental platforms: Such as Shenzhou Car Rental, eHi Car Services, etc., offer guaranteed services but may have slightly higher prices.?
Merchant platforms: Such as Ctrip, Flying Pigs, Hello Ride, etc., offer more choices and may have cheaper prices, but it may be difficult to find good vehicle models during peak seasons.?
In addition, please note the following car rental processes and matters:?
Car rental cost breakdown: Includes vehicle rental fee, basic insurance fee, deposit (vehicle deposit and violation deposit), night service fee (if any), fuel fee, toll fee, parking fee, and possible violation fines, etc.?
Choosing a vehicle type: Select an appropriate vehicle type based on the number of people and itinerary requirements, such as SUV, off-road vehicle, or business vehicle, etc.?
Vehicle pick-up and return process: When picking up the vehicle, check if there are any scratches, including the car body, roof, tires, fuel level, etc., and check if all functions are normal; when returning the vehicle, ensure there are no issues with the vehicle.?
Precautions: Be sure to keep your ID documents safe during self-driving; gas stations require scanning your ID for refueling; there are many speed limits on roads in Xinjiang, please drive safely according to navigation prompts.?
Lastly, it is recommended to carefully read the car rental contract, understand the relevant terms and conditions, and ensure that your rights and interests are protected. If you have any questions or need help, you can contact the customer service personnel or staff of the car rental company for consultation and assistance.?