Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Jacksonville are: Chevrolet Suburban 8 Seater, Chevrolet Uplander, Chrysler Voyager, Dodge Caravan, Ford Clubwagon 15 Seater and GMC Envoy 7 passenger.
Standard capacity of a minivan in USA 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 USA 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 Jacksonville.
Before leaving the parking garage in Jacksonville, 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 USA!
Popular questions on rental process
Fans of fast driving are recommended not to forget to look at the rear-view mirror. Local police likes following traffic rules violators. They drive behind in order to make a video record of a violation and measure the speed with radar. In true, it’s not easy to notice a patrol in such a situation as the police don’t use light beacons and acoustic signals.
All the major roads of Utah and Arizona are equipped with special informative signs that specify road numbers. In order not to get lost on the local roads, drivers are recommended to get a car GPS-navigator or at least purchase a map of the state (this can be done at any gas station).
During the movement all passengers in the vehicle must fasten seat belts. In some states, large traffic signs notify drivers of this rule, but the absence of these signs does not mean that the seat belts rule can be neglected.
