There are tons of reasons why Singaporeans rent a car. They rent a car for vacation with a group or when their vehicle breaks and requires a temporary one for replacement. Whatever the reason is, it is a custom to always inspect your rental vehicle before driving them out of the car rental property.

Reputable private hire car rental company or not, inspecting your vehicle can save your life and avoid damage charges in the future. You can avoid scams as well.

Here are the things that you need to check on your rental car:

1. LOOK FOR DENTS AND SCRATCHES

Firstly, inspect the exterior of the car. Look for dents, scratches, and chipping paint. You can take a picture of it and inform your long term car rental company about it.

Many rental companies charge their clients for ‘damaging’ the vehicle while in their care. Although some claims are true, some use this trick to scam. Documenting the condition of the car before the rental can prevent false damage claims.

2. CHECK THE LIGHTS, DOORS, WINDOWS, AND WIPERS

Firstly, check all exterior and interior lights. Are they all operational? It is hazardous to drive a car with busted headlights and signal lights. Next is to check the doors. Do the doors open properly? Do the locks work? Then try to roll the windows up and down and turn on the wipers. Make sure they all work properly.

3. CHECK AND FAMILIARISE WITH THE DASHBOARD AND ITS SETTING

Each car has a different car feel when you drive them. For example, a driver who has been driving a sedan their entire life may be overwhelmed with different feelings or settings when driving a minivan. Also, make sure that all the lights, speedometer, and tachometer work; otherwise, they could risk your safety.

4. CHECK THE FUEL

Many people overlook the fuel when they rent a car. You can ask the dealer what fuel it takes. Does it run on gasoline or diesel? You can also look at the fuel tank cap. It tells you what kind of fuel it takes.

5. CHECK THE OTHER FEATURES

Some private hire car rental companies include add-ons, such as GPS, radio or CD player, baby seat, and more. If you happen to get any of these features, you might want to check and test them, too.

Once you inspect all these things, you can drive your car to your destination!
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