8 expensive car rental mistakes and scams that can wreck your wallet
Consumer reporter and ombudsman columnist
Expensive car rental mistakes are easily avoidable with just a little research and preparation. Yet week after week, the Consumer Rescue case files show that many car rental customers do neither. By the time I hear from these blindsided travelers, that oversight has led to hefty fees and other unexpected repercussions. Here are the most common mistakes car rental customers make and what you can do to avoid them in 2026.
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