Discount Car Rental - PEI

Rental Policies
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Drivers License Requirements
All Valid Drivers Permits Accepted other than:

Learners Permit or Probationary

Copy or Fax

Unacceptable Foreign Permit

Mutilated or Altered License

Licenses that are not in English

Motorcycle License

International Requirements:
Driver must have valid license and or international permit from country of origin. Please note that we only accept international licenses from the follow regions: United States, European Union, Central / South America, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

Credit Card Requirement
In order to rent from Discount, the renter must provide a valid credit card in their own name, no exceptions. The amount of credit available on the card must be at least $500 or the amount of the entire rental plus 10% (whichever is greater). Please refer below under "Deposit Requirements" for a list of all accepted credit cards.

Age Requirements
Minimum Age: 23
Age 23 to 24 - Surcharge of $12.00 per day applies.

Additional Drivers
2 additional drivers permitted an additional chargeof $ 4.95 applies per day(per additional driver)
Minimum Age for Additional Drivers: 23
Additional drivers must present valid drivers license at time of pick up or during rental period before driving rental vehicle. We require possession in the rental office of the physical driver's license for additional drivers. For additional drivers who are not family members of the principal driver, a credit card is required from them as well.

Driving Area
Vehicles can not be driven beyond the New England States and Eastern Canada without prior consent of the location. Please call location for applicable rates and restrictions. Unlimited kilometers only applies to vehicles driven only within the maritime provinces. Vehicles driven outside the maritimes will be subject to 200 km free per day and $0.20/km there-after, starting at the begining of the rental period.

Deposit Requirements
Cash deposits are not accepted.
Discount Car Rental - PEI accepts the following rental deposits:
VISA, Master Card, AMEX, Discover, En RouteDiners Club

Payment Methods
Discount Car Rental - PEI accepts the following methods of payment:
Debit Card, Traveler's Cheques, Company Account, VISA Check, VISA, Master Card, AMEX, Discover, En Route, Diners Club, Cash

Pick-ups and Drop-offs
No Charge Pick-ups and drop-offs within radius of 15 kilometers

One-Way Rentals
One way rentals are allowed to New Brunswick and Nova Scotia Discount locations with the prior consent of the location. Please contact the location for cuurent drop off fees.

Insurance Policies and Surcharges
All rentals require a policy of insurance to cover collision and comphensive damage. Discount has various waivers programs to suit you needs. Best Coverage, Practical Assistance Package, and Insurance Deductible Waiver. We also accept insurance transfer and most credit card coverage however the renter must provide proof of insurance at the time of the rental.
Collision Damage Waiver
22.95 per day
Collision Damage Waiver carries a deductible of $500. This deductible can be reduced to 0 by combining CDW with PMC (Peace of Mind Coverage).
Peace of Mind Coverage
7.00 per day
Peace of Mind Coverage is a great program that fills in any gaps of transferred insurance policies or credit card coverage. Features include waiver of first $500.00 in damage, zero deductible for windshield and tire damage.
Charlottetown Airport Drop Fee
12.95 fixed
Our clients can conveniently drop off thier vehicle at the Charlottetown Airport 24 hours per day in the easy access short term parking lot for a fee of $12.95. We pay the parking and pick up the vehicle from the airport for you. See counter agent for details
Roadside Protection Package
4.99 per day
Even new, well maintained cars breakdown sometimes. Discount offers no warranty other than that offered by the vehicle’s manufacturer. Many inconveniences and expenses may be alleviated through the purchase of this package.

While renting our vehicle, we want you to enjoy worry free motoring. Should you have a problem with the rental vehicle, we will make every effort to be of assistance. However, it is still possible that your problems may incur costs, you may have issues outside of business hours, or issues out of town. In these cases, you will likely require local help in getting on your way.

In the event that you experience one of the automotive misfortunes listed below, you will be reimbursed up to $1000 (total) for expenses incurred (please provide receipts) to continue your journey as follows:

The cost of repairs (mechanical, not related to a collision) not covered under warranty.

The cost of a replacement rental vehicle from a local Discount Car & Truck Rentals location (not to exceed the amount of time the original car is not drive-able).

The cost of a motel room if you get stranded (not to exceed the amount of time to locate a replacement vehicle and/or the amount of time the original car is not drive-able, whichever is shorter)

The cost of a taxi, not to exceed $100.00

General roadside assistance: Key-locked out service, Cold weather starts, Delivery of gasoline, Towing of the vehicle, Mechanical first aid, Battery services, Changing of tire.
GPS
6.95 fixed
GPS units are available at $6.95/day. Including GPS in an online reservation should be considered a request as these unit are available on a first come, first served basis
Fuel Pre-Purchase Option (price determined at the rental counter)
60.00 fixed
A full tank of fuel can be pre-purchased at the rental counter at the time of rental at $0.08 off the current street price of self-serve regular. Selecting this option allows the client to forgo the hassle of refueling before returning the rental car. Selecting this option on an on-line reservation should be considered an intention to purchase as the actual price depends on market conditions at the time of rental.
UPEI CDW Car-SUV (Mandatory)
12.95 per day
Mandatory coverage on UPEI Rentals on cars, minvivans, suv's.
UPEI CDW Trucks (Mandatory)
33.95 per day
This is a mandatory coverage on cargo vans, pickup trucks and cube trucks for UPEI
Event CDW
15.95 per day
Collision damage waiver
Peace of Mind Coverage Trucks
10.00 per day
Peace of Mind Coverage is a great program that fills in any gaps of transferred insurance policies or credit card coverage. Features include waiver of first $500.00 in damage, zero deductible for windshield and tire damage.
Collision Damage Waiver Trucks
25.95 per day
Collision Damage Waiver carries a deductible of $500. This deductible can be reduced to 0 by combining CDW with PMC (Peace of Mind Coverage).

Geographic Restrictions
Vehicles can not be driven beyond the New England States and Eastern Canada without prior consent of the location. Please call location for applicable rates and restrictions. Unlimited kilometers only applies to vehicles driven only within the maritime provinces. Vehicles driven outside the maritimes will be subject to 200 km free per day and $0.20/km there-after, starting at the begining of the rental period.