Unlimited stopovers are allowed on ordinary tickets. There are excellent discounts available for foreign visitors. Credit-card deposits and inclusive rates are generally required. Minimum ages for hirers vary according to the rental company, pick-up point and method of payment. Agents are advised to contact the individual companies for information on drivers under 25 years of age.
Some companies allow the driver to finish the journey in Canada.
A full national driving licence is accepted for up to one year. All travellers intending to rent or drive cars or motorhomes in the USA are strongly advised to ensure that the insurance policy covers their total requirements, covering all drivers and passengers against injury or accidental death. Speed limits are clearly indicated along highways and are strictly enforced, with heavy fines imposed. It is illegal for drivers not to have their licences immediately to hand. These laws are strictly enforced.