Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Ratingen are: Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Mercedes Viano 8 Seater, Mercedes Vito, Opel Zafira, Peugeot 807 7 seater, VW Touran 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 Ratingen.
Before leaving the parking garage in Ratingen, 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
In addition to the required set of documents, drivers should have a first aid kit, spare bulbs and a warning triangle.
Drivers with GPS-navigators should deactivate the function that specifies the location of surveillance cameras on roads. The use of this software is also included in the number of serious violations of traffic regulations. It is also prohibited to use radar detectors. The fine for this violation is 75 euro.
In addition to monetary penalties drivers get points for serious violations of the traffic rules. These points are recorded in the police database. When a driver gets a certain number of points, he/she may be suspended from driving a vehicle.
