Summer self-driving travel Raiders!

A Classification and Recommendations for Self-drive Overseas

According to different themes, overseas self-driving tours can be divided into “player-type” routes for adventure adventures, suitable for photo enthusiasts' gathering routes, and comprehensive parent-child routes with comfortable and leisurely trips. In general, based on the level of self-driving tour and the level of experience, you can refer to the following options:

　　 Primary Driving Enthusiasts

　　 Reference Recommended: United States, Southeast Asia

Reasons: The United States uses the same left-hand steering wheel as domestic vehicles for easy operation; the United States has a vast road and ample driving space. Thailand , Vietnam and other Southeast Asian countries have mature tourism facilities, good road conditions, similar driving habits, and relatively easy journeys.

Recommend two United States self-driving routes: First, California, by car, the entire process of more than 300 kilometers, passing through Disneyland, Hollywood, the Pacific Ocean ( 601099 , shares it ) coast road, Yosemite National Park, Death Valley, Grand Canyon and other places, all the way to watch Experience the abundance of beaches, snow-capped mountains, and canyons; the other is the Route 66 journey east of Chicago and West Los Angeles. Route 66 is listed as one of the national scenic roads in the United States. If you have more than 10 days, you can follow Chicago. - St. Louis - Nashville - Memphis - West Memphis - Oklahoma City - Amarillo - Albuquerque - Grand Canyon - Las Vegas - Barstow - Los Angeles, listening to country music running all the way, feel the United States west Cowboy's pride.

　　 Intermediate Driving Enthusiasts

　　 Recommended: Australia, New Zealand, Germany , Italy , Switzerland, France

Reason: Oceania in many areas is very open and beautiful scenery, most signs use international identity, while the vehicle is traveling on the left side, the steering wheel on the right, but not very difficult, car trip.

Although Europe is densely populated, the roads are not open, and the road conditions are more complicated. However, the distance between cities is shorter and it is easier to connect with many countries.

Australia can drive along Great Ocean Road, Victoria, to visit Australia's largest shearing farm, Sovereign Hill, Shipwreck Coast, Twelve Apostles, Blue Lake of Volcano, Kuron Coastal Wetlands, McLaren Vale Wine Region , Barossa wineries, Kangaroo Island, etc., enjoy the beautiful scenery of the sea.

The European Union can swim De Ruiao, Defaxirui Italy and other countries, but in Germany, under the premise of compliance with traffic rules and safe driving, many can experience the infinite highway speed "speed" pleasure.

　　 Experienced self-driver

　　 Recommended: Israel, Egypt

Reasons: The long-distance driving experience of a few hundred kilometers per day and the shocking experience of sand rushing in the desert are challenging and exciting.

The riders enjoy 3,000 km and enjoy the geological wonders of black deserts, white deserts, and crystal mountains along the way. They visit the oasis of Egypt , such as the Bahlia oasis, and visit a number of famous historical and religious sites. They can also pass through the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Faces, Saladin’s castles, colored temples, temples, museums, and other classic attractions can also be enjoyed overnight in white desert tents.

　　 B International Rental Procedures

International car rental needs to provide "two cards and one card", including valid original passport, valid international credit card with sufficient balance (Visa, Master, Amex, etc.), original Chinese valid driver's license (with driver's license for at least one year) and corresponding driver's license translation. Pieces.

In order to ensure smooth car rental and save money, it is advisable to apply for car rental in China before departure. Prepare the necessary information first, choose to assist the car rental company, website or travel agency to make a reservation.

Overseas car rentals generally require 25 years of age and some models may allow 18-25 year olds to drive but may be charged a low age fee, depending on the requirements of each country. Some special vehicles require more stringent restrictions, such as driving a Porsche in Germany for 3 years. If you want different people to drive in the same car, all personnel need to pay additional driver qualification fee in addition to the need to prove enough to meet the required age.

　　 C. Mistakes to make in the process of renting a car or driving outside the country

● From the perspective of renting a car, it is important to choose the correct model. Some people only consider the thrill of driving cars and cars while ignoring the problem of how much baggage they have and how many passengers and large-size cars are parked. It is very troublesome to get a car, and be sure to plan ahead when renting a car.

● Some people feel that overseas insurance ( relieving security ) costs a lot but does not attach importance, and they do not take accidental luck. Once the vehicle has a problem, the cost of repairs and compensation will be very high. Comprehensive car insurance is essential, and at the same time, because of the large number of insurance packages, it is necessary to see the insurance coverage, coverage, and claims process in the terms. For example, some all-inclusive overseas self-driving full insurance packages include vehicle collision insurance, vehicle robberies, basic third-party liability insurance, supplementary third-party liability insurance, personal accident insurance, personal property insurance, local taxes and other services. cost.

● Before driving abroad, you must first understand and be familiar with the local traffic rules, speed limits, road signs, highway toll collection, and insurance claims.

When you drive outside to see the junction, there are signs of "STOP" or "GIVE WAY" at the junction, and you must slow down the courtesy. Even if there are no vehicles on the main road, they must first stop and observe in the event of a signage road section, confirming that they will not be affected by the main road vehicle at all. Otherwise, it is not allowed.

In Europe, pedestrians who are not controlled by signal lights must stop when they are crossing the road or even if they are making a trend to cross the road. If there are no bicycle lanes, a safe space of 1.8 meters or more must be reserved. It is possible to slow down and overtake the bicycle; if a person encounters a horseback riding on the road, it is forbidden to whistle, flash a headlight or slam a throttle to avoid the horse being frightened.

In addition, if it is collided with other cars because of random changes in line, the driver must take responsibility regardless of who is hit.

Germany stipulates "Right on the right," and vehicles entering your lane from the right have the right to preemptive movements. They are not free to overtake and obstruct the other side. In addition, the speed in Germany is generally not more than 50 kilometers per hour, and the speed of rural roads does not exceed 100 kilometers per hour. Speedy highways can be driven as they want.

In the United States, pedestrians have the right to walk. Pedestrians include people who walk or use human-powered vehicles such as skates, skateboards, etc., and also include wheelchair users. US highway speed limit of 80 miles / hour. When several cars go together, the distance between the car and the car should not be too far away.

● If you want to drive across the country, you need to inform the car rental party about the cross-country plan when you book your car and register relevant information to ensure that the car can go to the country you are going to and enjoy insurance protection in different countries.

● There is no luck. Visitors who are not registered in advance cannot drive on the way.

　　 D Emergency response

In case of emergencies, breakdowns, or accidents outside the country, the police should be the first to report an emergency and call the car rental company or call the highway assistance hotline (usually on the rental agreement and booking confirmation). Do not attempt to repair it by yourself or Start the car.

During the process of waiting for the police, you should obtain the address, telephone number, name, license plate number, insurance company phone number, company name, vehicle registration certificate and other information from the other party. If there are witnesses, they should also ask the witnesses for the phone number and name. It is even more important to note that before issuing a report, there should be no emotional expressions and no sensitive words such as “embarrassment”. The principle of who is responsible should be upheld.

When the police arrive, they should cooperate with the police to explain the accident and follow up with the issue of the certificate of accident responsibility. Car rental company repair personnel will generally provide telephone guidance and on-site assistance at the first time, provide spare car to the hirer temporarily. The driver should cooperate with the insurance company to complete the vehicle damage determination. When the vehicle is repaired at a designated maintenance station, it generally needs to pay maintenance fees first, and obtain a maintenance invoice and maintenance list, and then submit the information to the insurance company for claims refund.

　　 E Foreign Owners, Return Notes

● Check the vehicle carefully when taking the vehicle. If any scratches or dents are to be checked and recorded with the vehicle administrator, record the amount of oil, vehicle identification, tools, etc., and keep the transfer order in hand during the journey.

● Some car rental suppliers can support different cities to return cars and return foreign cars, but they may charge a fee. Some car rental suppliers cannot support returning vehicles in different places. This requires planning a self-driving route in advance to decide whether to return to the car rental point. car. In addition, some models have the shortest rental date, mileage restrictions, etc., need attention.

● When you return the car, you need to pay for it in accordance with the car rental agreement or the car damages in the attachment. You must see these expenses when you rent the car.

● Car rental fees are generally used when you pick up your car and use your credit card as an authorizing guarantee, and temporarily freeze the amount in the card that is greater than the actual rental fee. The bank will thaw about 30 days after the customer returns the car . When you return the car, you must pay the actual cost of renting the car. If you later discover the illegal deposit, you will deduct the credit card and then unfreeze it. If the credit card limit is insufficient, the car cannot be picked up smoothly.

● In many areas outside China, full tanks are used to collect cars. If the tank is not full when you mention the car, you need to make a record. When the vehicle is returned, the oil amount should not be lower than this number. If you forget to refuel, you will return the car. When you return the car, the car rental company will deduct the petrol fee from the customer's credit card deposit , which includes the labor costs incurred by the car rental company. It will cost you more than your own. Therefore, it is recommended to add oil. Return the car again.

　　 F Overseas Car Rental Fees

Car rental costs generally include vehicle rental, insurance, taxes, additional equipment and service fees. Additional equipment services such as child seats, GPS navigators, roof racks, ski racks and snow tires can be selected at the time of booking or temporarily added at the pick up point. Due to different policies and suppliers in different regions, the amount and amount of additional equipment and service fees will also be different.

General overseas car rental is divided into daily rent (within 30 days, calculated on a daily basis) and monthly rent (over 30 days on a monthly basis). A few models have a number of kilometers, beyond which you need to pay for extra kilometers (you can buy kilometers in advance). In addition, some car rental companies or car models have car rental incentives, such as "7 days package price", "6 days free 1 day", "free upgrade models", "discount discount", "gift insurance", etc., can understand in advance, careful calculation save money.

The following conditions may require additional costs, such as: return the vehicle if it exceeds the agreed time, will be charged overtime; the amount of oil is not enough to obtain the same amount of fuel, will collect the oil fee + service fee; vehicle damage, will be charged according to the damage part of the car Fees and so on. After the vehicle is handed over, the car rental company is responsible for the final settlement (overtime, fuel, refueling, vehicle damage, and insurance claims).