Smarter Car Renting

Here are car rental tips from the road trip-seasoned editors of RoadsideAmerica.com:

•  Leave Nothing Behind: At a road trip's end, we find we've accumulated souvenirs, kitschy mementoes, and piles of brochures from tourist attractions. These treasures prove you really traveled -- that it wasn't just some wacky delusion. When dropping off your rental car, carefully check every door pocket, drink holder and storage bin for these keepsakes. The rental car company sure doesn't have any use for them.

•  Car Types: When selecting a car type, remember it's not just about how cool you'll appear. The car selection page details show an average of how many people and how many pieces of luggage can comfortably fit in each car type. Pay attention to the specifics to be certain they meet your needs before booking.

•  Under 25? Everyone over 25 assumes you are an awkward and unpredictable risk behind the wheel. Ridiculous, you say, without taking your eyes off the road. But be sure to check with Detroit Michigan car rental companies about their specific policies. Some agencies require the driver to be at least 25 while other rental companies may allow younger drivers to rent for an additional fee. Have more than one driver? Be sure to ask if additional charges apply for more than one person driving the rental car.

Click here to see Detroit attractions

Detroit MI Area Attractions

• Ambassador Bridge
• Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory
• Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
• Children's Hospital of Michigan
• COBO Conference Exhibition Center
• Comerica Park - Detroit Tigers
• Detroit Institute of Arts
• Detroit Public Library
• Detroit Yacht Club
• Fisher Mansion
• Ford Field - Detroit Lions
• Harper University Hospital
• Hart Plaza
• Henry Ford Hospital
• Joe Louis Arena -Detroit Red Wings
• Marygrove College
• Motown Historical Museum
• Second Baptist Church

Detroit rental guide