Thrifty

21. Drivers 24 and under will be charged a young driver's surcharge fee and can only access the Thrifty standard rental vehicle range.

A full unrestricted driving license in English with photo. Non-English driving licenses must be accompanied by an International Driving Permit (IDP) or certified English translation. Should the license not have a photo then an IDP is required.

No. Unless you change the rental duration, vehicle class or drop-off location the cost of your Thrifty car hire is locked in with your booking confirmation.

Thrifty's preferred payment method is via credit card. Debit cards are only accepted in certain locations.

Thrifty will provide you with a Vehicle Condition Report with your Rental agreement. Use this to check the external and internal condition of your vehicle to ensure any defects are noted. Taking photos is recommended and/or bringing to the attention of a Thrifty employee and having additional defects recorded in writing. If you miss something you can still contact Thrifty by phone within 60 mins of pick-up to report a default.

Yes. Whilst Thrifty offers prepaid fuel options and will also fill up your vehicle if dropped off without a full tank they do charge a premium to do this. Your best option is to fill up before dropping your vehicle off.

In most instances Road Tolls will automatically be charged by Thrifty through to your credit card plus a daily service fee. These charges may appear on your statement after your rental period has concluded.

Payment for any infringement notice or speeding fine is the responsibility of the renter. Thrifty will charge the renter an handling administration fee for any infringement notice that they receive.

The Single Vehicle Accident fee is charged where an accident occurs that does not involve another vehicle except a parked vehicle or where Thrifty have been unable to idenfity the other driver or the rental vehicle was driving in reverse and the other vehicle was stationary.

24 hours.

Yes. One way rentals are common, rates between branches will vary and may include a one way fee.

No. Towing breaches Thrifty's Terms and Conditions and voids all insurance cover.

No. However certain vehicles can be driven above the snow line where a Snow Pass has been purchased. Speak with the DriveNow Reservations Team on 1300 547 214 for further information.

Yes. Other drivers can be nominated when collecting the vehicle and must show their driving licenses and be recorded within the rental agreement. There is a daily fee which is capped at 5 days for every 30 day rental period. If you elect to add a driver after collecting your rental you must attend a Thrifty branch to update the rental agreement and show the new driver's license. Additional drivers under the age of 25 will incur a surcharge and Thrifty admin and Premium Location surcharge fees may also apply.

Yes. Thrifty will charge the excess amount and any fees to your credit card. You can then claim back from your insurer those excess charges per your insurance agreement.