The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Recife are: GM Monza, Chevrolet Cobalt, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Auris, Nissan Tiida, Ford Focus and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Brazil vary from 100 to 1.000 euro/dollars. Check the rental conditions of each car in your selection to find a vehicle with a minimum deposit.
If your routes in Brazil are foreseen to pass through hilly areas or mountains, it is not recommended to consider very small cars for rental. Their engines are usually insufficient for a confident driving on the roads with long or steep climbs.
At the rental office in Recife, consider to take a 'Breakdown Assistance' package or ask an officer for a contact data to use in case of a vehicle breakdown. Cheap cars are sometimes unpredictable in operation.
Upon receipt of the rental invoice, please check that all the information, as well as the final payment amount do match the data in your voucher.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a safe and great trip to Recife!
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Tourists, who still dare to make this dangerous journey, are recommended to purchase “Guia 4 Rodas” guidebook that is available in almost every kiosk. In addition to the detailed road map, the guidebook contains a lot of useful information for motorists, including the current state of the roads.
A trip to the Amazon will be an unforgettable adventure for thrill-seekers. In addition to the mud flow, drivers will surely have to face many interesting and unexpected obstacles and surprises. For example, along some trails you will see huge crocodiles and some other representatives of the local fauna that usually watch amusingly how cars try to get out of the mud.
Slippery dirt roads are often interrupted by deep ditches. Local motorists have found the best way to overcome such obstacles - they put a couple of rather narrow planks across the ditch and then easily drive on them without any shade of doubts or worries. Foreign drivers can only envy skilled local drivers - one awkward move can cost them their lives.
