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What is the minimum age for renting a car on Hotwire?
Generally, the minimum age for drivers to book a rental car is 25 years of age. In a few cases, some of the rental car locations may accept drivers who are between 21-24 years of age. Note, the driver’s age will be verified at the rental counter. Any drivers added to the rental contract (for an additional fee) must have a valid driver’s license and a credit card in their name. See also: Will I need a credit card as a deposit at the car rental counter?

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