Whether your vehicle has broken down, you are heading on vacation, or you just need a different vehicle for the weekend; chances are you will, at some point in time, have to rent a car. Prices can be high, insurance costs can be outrageous, and the paperwork involved is crazy. Here is a little help on how to get a great deal on a rental car.

1. KNOW WHAT YOU WANT

You definitely need to know what kind of vehicle to rent. Rental cars come in classes. Some of the common classes of rental car are as follows: economy, sedan, luxury, minivan and SUV. Obviously you will pay more for the bigger size cars. To save money, get the smallest vehicle that will fit your needs.