Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Kolkata are: Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Opel Zafira, Chevrolet Uplander, Toyota Minibus, Toyota Previa, Mitsubishi L300 12 Seater and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in India 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 India 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 Kolkata.
Before leaving the parking garage in Kolkata, 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 India!
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Traffic lights are also a kind of street decoration for local drivers and pedestrians. Even on large roads with heavy traffic no one pays any attention to them. The city of Calcutta is the only exception to the rule. In that city drivers always respect signals of traffic lights and follow their commands.
Pedestrians in India have already become accustomed to such a situation on the road, so they deftly and without any doubt cross the road, maneuvering skillfully between moving cars. As it has been mentioned above, traffic accidents are rare in India, although the road situation looks pretty intimidating.
The only thing that can make Indian drivers stop is a cow crossing the road. Neither a huge number of pedestrians nor the signals of traffic lights are able to produce a similar effect. As soon as the sacred animal sets foot on the road, all cars stop immediately, and everyone is waiting patiently until the animal leaves the road and the path is free again.
