The most popular SUV models offered at rental locations in Veracruz are: Toyota Rav4, Chevrolet Blazer, Ford Escape, Jeep Wrangler, Suzuki Jimny, Chrysler Journey and others.
While selecting your preferred model of an off-road vehicle, please examine the rental conditions. In particular, those requirements that concern credit cards – when it comes to renting an expensive car, sometimes offices in Mexico ask information about two credit cards.
Before signing the contract in the rental office upon arrival, check that the invoice figures match with figures in your voucher.
Once the vehicle is assigned, inspect it carefully before leaving the parking. Crossovers and SUVs are often used in tough road conditions, therefore scratches and other exteriour defects are inevitable. Due to this, it is important to check and specify all existing defects in your rental documents.
If you plan to use an off-road vehicle in the mountains, it is recommended to order snow chains. This will save you from unexpected incidents. Other important equipment in Mexico are mandatory child seats for travellers with children.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a safe trip and green lights on the roads of Veracruz!
Common questions on rental process
Experienced drivers will quickly notice one of the main features of local road markings. In Mexico, it is made in a very bright orange color that draws attention of drivers and makes it easier to navigate while driving. Many road signs are also made in orange.
According to local rules, it is prohibited to stop a car on toll roads without a particular need. It is also prohibited to park a vehicle on the side of toll roads. At the same time, many indigenous people treat this rule with disdain. Therefore, one can often see motorcycles, bicycles and trailers parked on roadsides.
Drivers should be especially careful when approaching traffic lights. Not all drivers really stop at the red light. Pedestrians may also start crossing a street without even waiting for the green light.
