Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Ostersund are: Mercedes Viano 8 Seater, Opel Zafira, VW Touran, Citroen Jumper 8 seater, Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Mercedes Vito and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Sweden 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 Sweden 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 Ostersund.
Before leaving the parking garage in Ostersund, 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 Sweden!
Popular questions on rental process
Foreign drivers are allowed to drive only in case they have the driving license in French, German or English. Driving licenses in any other foreign languages are considered invalid, and, therefore, they must be supplemented with the driving license of the international standard, without it they will not be valid.
Within the city borders, drivers must not exceed the speed of 50 km/h, and in the residential areas the maximum allowed speed is 30 km/h. On country roads, it is permitted to drive with the speed of up to 70 km/h, on speedways – up to 90 km/h, and on highways – up to 110 km/h.
Local drivers are very diligent when it comes to speed limits. Foreign guests are recommended to follow their example, because all infringements of the traffic regulations may result in heavy fines. In addition to standard signs indicating the speed limit, you will see special electronic boards on all major roads of the country. These boards display the speed of approaching cars.
