Dollar Car Rental Atlanta Airport operates out of over 570 global locations & more and provides 24/7 car rental service and offers an array of vehicles.
Dollar Express Rewards provides one point for each qualifying US dollar spent when booking with them and can be redeemed for complimentary rentals.
COMPANY REVIEW
Dollar Car Rental is an increasingly popular choice among travelers who seek an economical vehicle rental solution. Their convenient online booking and wide selection of vehicles makes Dollar a go-to choice, not to mention excellent customer service and smooth pick-up/drop-off procedures.
Dollar Car Rental does have some drawbacks that should be considered before renting, such as long wait times and additional hidden fees. Customers should read online reviews to gain an idea of their overall reputation.
Customers renting from Dollar Car Rental may purchase additional insurance policies through Collision Damage Waiver and Liability Protection; however, these may not cover all expenses in case of an accident; thus it is wise to review each policy’s terms and conditions carefully prior to making a reservation.
Additionally, Dollar Car Rental may have limited availability of certain vehicle brands during peak travel seasons. Finally, certain locations require proof of travel that corresponds with rental dates as well as two forms of identification to rent a vehicle – this may cause inconvenience for certain travelers, especially those traveling with children or pets.
CHECK-OUT PROCESS
Dollar offers an extensive fleet of vehicles designed specifically for leisure travel to popular vacation spots. Their Jeep four-wheel drive vehicles excel in snow country while convertibles provide sunshine destinations and family minivans are great family options. Furthermore, Dollar offers 24-Hour Emergency Roadside Assistance that may vary based on location as well as cost/coverage/provider – simply ask at pickup! For further convenience they provide copies of their roadside assistance agreement as proof.
Dollar charges an Energy Surcharge fee in order to offset energy costs beyond direct fuel expenses for vehicles rented from them, separate and distinct from gasoline and mileage fees in their rental contracts.
At airport locations, renters must present two forms of identification, along with a return airline ticket that corresponds with their rental, two valid forms of ID, and their utility bill from that month containing their name on it – as well as a current month Utility statement matching it exactly. An additional credit check may also be necessary if paying with debit card.
Options available at the time of rental include Loss Damage Waiver, Protection Plus, Personal Effects Coverage, Emergency Sickness Protection, and Liability Insurance Supplement. Their per-day rates, coverage and providers may duplicate those found elsewhere or supplement any insurance you already possess; separate brochures at each location detail these optional products.
ADDITIONAL DRIVERS
Dollar Car Rental provides a selection of add-ons, from infant, child and booster seats to ski racks for winter rentals at some locations, special equipment like pedal extenders for those with limited mobility, all available for an additional fee which can either be added directly to the reservation total or paid upfront.
North America customers of Dollar Express Rewards benefit from free loyalty program membership; spouses and domestic partners of members do not incur this fee. Furthermore, family plans offer personalized ID cards with 60-page Benefits Books as well as opportunities for members to bypass counters at many locations to get their car faster.
Most Dollar locations allow drivers under 25 to rent cars without incurring an additional driver fee, provided they meet age requirements, present a valid driving license, and agree with other terms and conditions of their rental agreement. However, this policy differs depending on where you rent from; New York, Michigan and Quebec all have unique underage driver policies.
ADDITIONAL EXTRAS
Dollar offers optional extra equipment that can add significant cost to a rental. Examples of such extras are a SiriusXM radio subscription, GPS system rental, carbon offset credits, and carbon offsetting credits. They also offer prepaid fuel options which eliminate the need to return vehicles with full tanks of gas.
Loss Damage Waiver, Protection Plus, Personal Accident Insurance, Property Damage Liability Supplement, and Emergency Sickness Protection can be purchased at the counter; their per-day costs and coverage vary based on location and vehicle category; some may overlap with coverage they already possess from other sources.
Renters can sign up online for the Dollar Express program and receive an Express ID number that allows them to bypass lines at the checkout counter. Furthermore, the company offers regular specials and discounts through its deals page.
Dollar Rental Car Atlanta Airport Fees
The website for this company is user-friendly and provides various discounts. There is even a section specifically dedicated to young renters; one of only two rental car companies allowing drivers under 25 years old to rent cars with them for an additional Young Renter Fee fee.
At many Dollar locations, various fees and surcharges may be added to a renter’s bill, such as an Energy Surcharge that isn’t meant to represent accurately how much energy costs the company incurs to serve each customer; Hotel Concession/Commission Fee Recovery Fee and Airport (concession or facility) Fee which recover amounts charged against Dollar from airports, hotels and government transportation agencies; Domestic Security Service Charge and Operation & Maintenance charges may also apply.
Additionally, additional optional products and services are also available for purchase at the time of rental pickup, such as Loss Damage Waiver, Protection Plus, Personal Effects Coverage, Emergency Sickness Protection and Liability Insurance Supplement; though costs, providers and availability will depend on your location.
