Renting Wheels

January, 1978

Know before you goDespite what a certain swivel-hipped running back may tell you on television, the real superstar in rent-a-car is the traveling businessman. He accounts for 85 percent of all car rentals and the Big Four companies--Hertz, Avis, Budget and National--are almost totally geared to please him. But what if you are in the other 15 percent? If you want a car for a weekend or a vacation, there are some steps you can take to smooth out the process, save money and ensure good service.Alth...