Boston Driving Basics

April 23rd, 2012

While researching Massachusetts car rental rates you may be interested in learning about driving basics in Boston. Boston can be a difficult city to drive in with confusing roads and signs (if there are any), and parking so rare that you’re lucky if you find any near your destination.

Remember that Boston drivers can be pretty aggressive. They tend to ignore yielding laws, regulations on emergency breakdown lanes, they pass on the right, and turn from the wrong lane. Read the rest of this entry »

Tips for Parking (Legally!) in Boston

April 21st, 2012

You may find that parking is scarce as you roam the streets in your Boston car rental, in search of that spot. After finding too small, double-parked, too far away, parking zones, street clean sectors, and otherwise, you may begin to get a little frustrated. In this case, you may find you’d prefer a parking ticket rather than wasting gas and time on driving around for another half an hour. Read the rest of this entry »

Horn Honking Etiquette

April 20th, 2012

When you rent a car in New England, you may want to be aware of when it is appropriate to honk your horn, and when it would be unnecessary. Particularly if you’re in a new place, perhaps not used to the driving style, you may be on edge more than usual. This may lead you to want to honk your horn in frustration. We’ll explain why this is not a good idea, and a few times it is appropriate to honk your horn when you rent a car in New England.

Don’t forget that horns honking can irritate other drivers as well, leading to road rage. Road rage can be very dangerous so it’s something you should want to entirely avoid when you rent a car in New England. Read the rest of this entry »

Great Gifts for Frequent Car Rentals Travelers

April 19th, 2012

Are you buying a gift for someone this year who often gets a New England car rental? There are a few gift ideas that are great for frequent drivers. Get them the gift that will entertain without distraction or help them find their way through unknown lands in their New England car rental. Read the rest of this entry »

How to Get to the Downtown Boston Business District

April 18th, 2012

Looking for something to do during your upcoming Boston rental car vacation? Well, how about an afternoon of window shopping in the Downtown Boston Business District? The Downtown Boston Business District offers visitors a true slice of Beantown life, complete with great shopping, gourmet restaurants and exciting nightlife. Whether you’re traveling for business or for pleasure, the Downtown Boston Business District is worth a visit during your New England outing. Read the rest of this entry »