Car rental in San Francisco

Yes, you can cancel your car rental reservation for free up to 48 working hours before pick up. 

This cancellation protection is included with all car rental reservations made through Authentik USA's car rental platform.

Naturally, you can also make changes to your reservation (pick-up and return dates, type of car, etc.) at no extra charge, up to 48 working hours before pick up.

Bookings cannot be modified or cancelled less than 48 hours before pick up.

Get behind the wheel of your rental car to discover the most beautiful destinations in the United States in complete freedom with a USA road trip.

Authentik’s car rental price comparison tool includes applicable taxes, unlimited mileage and basic insurance. Note that your booking can be cancelled free of charge up to 72 hours prior to your departure.

The website compares rentals from Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Alamo, Dollar and Enterprise. From San Francisco to Los Angeles, from Las Vegas to Phoenix, we always find the best price available.

You can rent a car at the airport or downtown at many destinations such as San Francisco, Los Angeles, Las Vegas and others.

Authentik USA also suggests exploring America's vast natural beauty at the wheel of a rental RV. This option is perfect for families who love the great outdoors.

Did you know that Authentik also offers car rentals in Canada?

Many travellers ask whether they need to have an international driver's license for their road trip in California or elsewhere in the U.S.

The answer is simple: it is best to have an international license when driving in the U.S. if you want to avoid any hassles and rent a car without difficulties. However, it is not mandatory.

According to U.S. law, your ESTA travel authorization and a valid license from your country of residence should be enough to rent a car.

But in practice, more and more car rental companies require an international license to rent a car. For this reason, it is advisable to find out before your USA road trip which companies require an international license.

Note that your license must use the Latin alphabet.

Principal and additional drivers must have had their driver's license for at least 12 months.

These conditions are different for car rental in Canada.

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To rent a car in Las Vegas or elsewhere in the U.S., you must be at least 21 years of age and have a credit card in your name for the deposit.

In addition, please note that drivers from 21 to 24 years of age are required to pay an additional fee to cover the higher insurance cost. This fee is about $30 a day.

Note that the driver's license of the principal driver and the credit card used for the deposit MUST be in the same name.

For a Western USA road trip or elsewhere in the U.S., child car seats must meet NHTSA Federal Safety Standards.

If your seat meets these standards, bring it! It’s free on the plane and your child will be as comfortable as at home.

Child car seats with an ISOFIX or LATCH system are authorized by car rental companies and the government.

If your seat does not have a LATCH/ISOFIX system or it is not certified FMVSS, you will not be covered by the rental company's basic insurance or additional insurance options .

In that case, you will need to rent a car seat with your vehicle. This option will be payable in advance or at the rental office, depending on the rental company.

Note that not all rental companies offer this option.

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When planning a Western USA road trip or elsewhere in the U.S., you need to have a gas budget. 

Be aware of fluctuating gas prices. Finding a balance between comfort and consumption when choosing your rental vehicle can help you save on gas.

Gas generally costs about half as much in the U.S. as in Europe. Many websites provide up-to-the-minute gas prices in the U.S. Find out more by clicking below...

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It's a good idea to learn about the American highway code before hitting the American roads.

And our blog article "Driving in the U.S." points out things you'll need to watch out for when driving in the U.S.

Check out our 100% customizable self-drive holidays for inspiration when planning your trip to the land of Uncle Sam.

Consult our Frequently Asked Questions to learn all about car rental in the United States.

Authentik also offers car rentals in Canada, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Iceland, and Norway.