Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Haifa are: Toyota Previa, Toyota Minibus, Hyundai Trajet 7 seater, Citroen Picasso, VW Touran, Peugeot 807 7 seater and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Israel 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 Israel 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 Haifa.
Before leaving the parking garage in Haifa, 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 Israel!
Popular questions on rental process
Children under 4 years old can be transported in a vehicle only in a special seat that fully corresponds with the weight and height of the child. The seat can be installed only on the back seat of the car. Children under 14 years cannot be transported in the front seat. Foreign drivers are not recommended to neglect these rules in Israel.
The lack of parking places in cities is one of the biggest problems that drivers may encounter in the country. Experienced drivers usually advise not to try to find a place to park in the city center. It is easier to park a car in a suburban area and then get to the downtown by public transport. Local municipal authorities pay much attention to parking, so improperly parked cars are immediately sent to the penalty parking.
When searching for a place to park, you should pay attention to the road and pavement markings. If the curb along the road is painted in red, then parking the car in this place is prohibited. If there is a broken blue line on the curb, then parking is permitted.
