Tolls: What Truck and Van Renters Should Know

Tolls: What Truck and Van Renters Should Know

You’re probably familiar with toll roads,  but when you’re renting a truck van for the first time, there are a few extra things worth knowing before you set off. 

Larger commercial vehicles can fall into a different toll class from a standard car, which means you may pay more to travel on the same road. How vehicles are classified can also vary between toll networks, so it’s worth checking the tolls that apply to your vehicle and route ahead of time.

Planning your route can help you see which toll roads you’ll be using, what they’re likely to cost and how much time they’ll save you. If the toll road saves you a significant amount of time, you may find it’s worth the extra cost. Not only that, but driving on a highway means a more straightforward route with less stopping, starting and turning. This reduction in effort can go a long way when your mind is on getting the job done.

If you’re planning on taking many toll roads in one day, you may want to consider Thrifty Toll Road Cover, which charges a flat fee for the day. For more information on this, check out this page around Thrifty’s optional extras.

Before you drive away, make sure you also know how tolls will be paid during your rental. Check with the Thrifty team at pick-up so you know what’s in place and can hit the road without any surprises.