Renting a car in the UK should feel like freedom, not frustration. With local charges, excess fees, and fine print, the process can quickly become confusing. At RIT Vacations, we simplify everything so you can book with confidence and enjoy the open road.
Every UK car rental booked through RIT includes our Royal Coverage, ensuring clear pricing and excellent protection with no surprise costs at the rental desk.
All RIT UK car rental rates include Royal Coverage, a comprehensive package valued at up to $400, covering essential local charges that are often excluded by other suppliers.
Royal Coverage includes:
Royal Coverage removes uncertainty and ensures your rental experience is straightforward from start to finish.
For travellers seeking additional reassurance, RIT offers the option to upgrade to our Super Inclusive Package.
From $175 per weekly rental, this package reduces your deductible, leaving you with a local excess from as little as £100. It is ideal for those who want the most worry-free driving experience possible.
All drivers must hold a full, valid driving licence for a minimum of 8 years at the time of rental and present:
A security deposit of £200 to £500 is required at vehicle collection.
For premium vehicles, the deposit is £1,000.
The deposit is charged to the driver’s credit card and refunded upon acceptable return of the vehicle.
Accepted cards include Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
Cash, cheque, prepaid cards, Diners Club, and Discover cards are not accepted.
The credit card must be in the driver’s name.
Additional drivers are charged at £18.72 per day.
Child restraints are required by UK law for children under 12 years of age, under 135 cm in height, or weighing less than 79 lbs.
Parents of children under 9 months are recommended to bring their own infant seat.
GPS units are available at most airport locations and selected city centres.
Vehicles returned to a different location than where they were collected are subject to a one-way fee.
All rentals include a deductible ranging from £1,500 to £1,750.
The Super Inclusive Package reduces this deductible by £1,250.
Basic mechanical assistance is included with every rental.
Assistance for flat tires, mis-fueling, or lost keys is not included. Additional coverage can be purchased locally from £12 per day.
Vehicles are supplied with a minimum of one quarter tank of fuel. Customers may choose to:
A refuelling charge of £15 applies.
Unused or excess fuel is not refundable.
All fees are quoted in GBP, payable locally, and subject to change.
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