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Guides, road trips and tips for renting a self-drive car in India.
Rental guide
Documents you need to rent a self-drive car in India
Driving licence, photo ID, a card for the deposit and a few age rules — a plain checklist for Indian and foreign drivers, so nothing stops you at the rental desk.
20/10/2026 6 min read
Rental guide
Hatchback vs sedan vs SUV vs 7-seater: which car should you rent?
Swift or Dzire? Creta or Innova Crysta? A practical comparison of the main rental classes in India by passengers, luggage, roads and budget.
06/10/2026 5 min read
Rental guide
Self-drive vs chauffeur-driven car rental in India: which is right for your trip?
Costs, comfort, rules and responsibilities side by side — plus the situations where each option clearly wins.
29/09/2026 5 min read
Rental guide
Security deposits, fuel and kilometre policies on car rentals, explained
How much is the deposit, when do you get it back, what is 'full to full', and what happens if you exceed the kilometre limit? Straight answers, with INR examples.
26/09/2026 5 min read