The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Calgary are: Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet Matiz, Toyota Corolla, Chevrolet Aveo, Hyundai Accent, Toyota Yaris and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Canada 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 Canada 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 Calgary, 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.
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Detailed FAQ on the rental process
All parking areas are equipped with special signs that contain all the necessary information for customers. Such a sign may indicate the category of drivers who are entitled to use the parking area, provide information about days and hours during which parking is allowed, as well as throw light upon the time limit for using the parking area.
Leaving a car on a specially designated parking space for the disabled is a serious violation. As a rule, such spaces are marked with appropriate markings on the pavement. It should be noted that the fines for wrong parking are issued not by the police, but by municipal services.
Speaking on a cell phone while driving is possible only in case the «hands free» device is used. The driver can be fined even for the fact that he simply drives a car, holding a cell phone in his hand. The use of other electronic devices, which can be used to send messages or make calls, is also prohibited.
