Smarter Car Renting

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

•  Many States, One Car: If renting a car for a longer road trip, check with the car rental companies in Newport News, Virginia to see if they have policies about crossing state lines that affect the final rate you pay. May be no effect, but don't assume you can crisscross the globe with unlimited mileage impunity. There may be a GPS tracker in the car!

•  Damaged: Always carefully eyeball your vehicle before leaving the rental agency, whether you're in Newport News or East Podunkville. The last renter may have pulled in after a meteor shower! Prior scratches, dents, and other vehicle damage can cause extra headaches and costs if not noted before you leave the rental car lot. If you see any damage on the car's exterior and interior before you leave, make sure it's noted on the rental car papers, and point it out to an agency employee. This will resolve any questions that could arise when you return. And avoid meteor showers.

•  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.

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Newport News VA Area Attractions

• Christopher Newport University
• Mary Immaculate Hospital
• Hampton Coliseum (4.72 miles)
• Little England Chapel Culture (4.77 miles)
• Virginia Air and Space Center (5.48 miles)
• Veterans Affairs Medical Center (6.15 miles)
• DePaul Medical Center (9.81 miles)
• Sentara Norfolk General Hospital (10.54 miles)
• Virginia Zoo (10.63 miles)
• Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters (10.70 miles)
• Maryview Medical Center (10.77 miles)
• Chrysler Museum (11.26 miles)
• Providence Bible College (11.42 miles)
• Hunter House Victorian Museum (11.52 miles)
• Norfolk Scope Arena (11.72 miles)
• National Maritime Center Nauticus (11.75 miles)
• Hampton Roads Naval Museum (11.75 miles)
• Mac Arthur Memorial Museum (11.96 miles)

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