Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Friedrichshafen are: Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Mercedes Vito, Peugeot 807 7 seater, Citroen C8 Tdi, Citroen Picasso, Mercedes Viano 8 Seater and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Germany is up to 9 people (8+1 formula), traditionally providing seven or eight passenger seats. The capacity of a minibus may vary from 9 to 15 people.
Please note, that in order to rent in Germany a vehicle with capacity which exceeds 8 passengers, you would need a driving license of the corresponding category.
Minivan dimensions are quite unusual for an ordinary driver, which sometimes leads to appearance of scratches and dents during unsuccessful manoeuvring or parking. Therefore, we encourage you to order full coverage of insurance franchise during your booking, or directly at the rental office in Friedrichshafen.
Before leaving the parking garage in Friedrichshafen, inspect the minivan for exteriour defects and other signs of damage together with the office representative and mark the found defects found in your rental documents.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a great driving experience on the roads of Germany!
Popular questions on rental process
Speeding fines are directly proportional to the speed recorded and can range from 10 - 15 euro to 375 – 425 euro (depending on the type of a road). Small fines of up to 150 euro can be paid directly to a police officer, and larger fines should be paid only in a bank.
People, who are involved in a traffic accident, and drivers, who were the first witnesses of that accident, must report the incident to the police and call the ambulance. Drivers who did not provide first medical help can also be fined, even if they just drove past the accident and were not involved in it.
Traffic police can be called by phone 110. If there are injured in an accident, it is also important to call the ambulance by dialing 112. All participants and witnesses of the accident have to wait for the arrival of these services.
