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Does a long-term car rental from Montreal make sense?

There are many situations when a long-term rental makes sense while living in or visiting Montreal. If you’re thinking about moving, for example, then don’t commit to a long-term lease, rent instead. Even if it is a few dollars more, you can walk away at any time. No need to find and beg someone to take over your lease or sell your car. Flexibility is king. Or if you love changing cars every 4 months or so, then you will love our deals. Rental cars for winter, 4X4/SUV rental for rugged terrain or Jeep Sahara or Minivan rental for summer. For spring and fall, try different models all at low rental rates. Many people opt for a winter rental for safety and dependability during the harsh Montreal winters. Some of the benefits of long-term rentals over leasing are larger kilometre allotments, lower prices on maintenance, tires, and insurance. At Globe Car you will get the cheapest price on your long-term rental – guaranteed!

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How old do you have to be for a car rental in Montreal?

Almost all car rental companies do not rent to 20 to 23-year-olds due to high risk. We are committed to celebrating our youth’s diverse interests and mobility needs. At Globe, we go against the grain. We believe young people are our next future generation and we want to grow with them. It is true, they lack the experience of driving for many years, but with risk comes high rewards. We’re excited to offer our fleet of vehicles in Montreal to 20-year-olds and up, giving them a chance at exploring and enjoying their life and future.

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Are car rentals in Montreal safe during the winter?

Driving during winter in Montreal can be daunting. Quebec road conditions: potholes, snow, and ice can be extremely challenging. Here are a few simple winter driving rules to keep you safe in your rented car:

• Ensure the antifreeze washer fluid is topped up. if you run out, refill and never add water.
• Clear the car of snow thoroughly to ensure proper visibility.
• Windshield and rear windows should be completely defrosted.
• Always have a phone with you.
• Get familiar with your rented car, they all have different characteristics and feel.
• Go slow! A few seconds saved are not worth the risk.

Our fleet is winterized with antifreeze windshield washer fluid, snow brush and ice scraper and winter rubber mats for the driver (pant saver). Additionally, Globe Car Rental Montreal is equipped with winter tires (cars in Toronto are equipped with 4 Season tires). Snow tires provide great acceleration, traction and safety during the harsh winter months.

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Is it necessary to rent a car when visiting Montreal or public transportation will do?

If you are staying in the downtown core, then you won’t need a car. However renting a car is a necessity to get the most of your stay in Montreal as most attractions are outside the city core.

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Is Montreal LGBT friendly?

The City of Montreal has been actively promoting Montreal’s gay life as a tourist attraction. In appreciation of the Village’s importance to the city and the local area, the Ville-Marie borough endorses the rainbow flag in its council chambers and has redecorated the entrance of the Beaudry Metro station with rainbow pillars! The Village is specifically known and marked on the Montreal city authorized maps as “Le Village”. Globe Auto Rental considers the LGBT Community as an active and vibrant part of Montreal’s society. Montréal is renowned for its lively Village scene, where LGBT locals and visitors gather for cruising and schmoozing.

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Should I use car sharing or car rentals in Montreal?

Car-sharing is a growing form of transportation, but has many disadvantages compared to car rentals. Car-sharing apps often have a complicated and long-winded registration process that includes a credit check. Once you’re approved finding an available car depends on location and car choice can be very limited. The cars are often filthy, low on gas, and may not fit your needs. As a traditional car rental service, Globe Car offers a wide range of vehicles to select from, flexible rental terms, and excellent customer service. Additionally, our cars are clean and have a full tank – guaranteed – one of the most important perks for car rentals Montreal has to offer. Car sharing can be advantageous over car rental for very short trips – normally a few hours. Also, car sharing is on-demand – meaning you can decide on a spontaneous trip while walking down the street, flick on the APP and bingo find the closest vehicle. However, Globe Car rentals can offer a cost-effective and reliable solution for a variety of customers for a day trip and longer without the numerous disadvantages of car-sharing.

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Are Montreal car rentals more expensive on the weekends?

Most of the time, car rental services have a higher rate on weekends vs. weekdays due to higher demand. However, if you book in advance you can lock in lower rates and not worry about taking any time off work. The lowest weekend rates fall between Thanksgiving and mid-June. Whenever you want to take a weekend trip, you can trust Globe Car to offer the lowest rates. Whether you want to take advantage of unlimited miles for a weekend road trip, rent a car to relocate, or go one way to Toronto and enjoy a train ride back, Globe Car can get you there. You can even opt to rent a luxury vehicle for your wedding weekend – this will help you be different and save money.

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Why should I rent from Globe if you aren’t inside Montreal Airport (YUL)?

P.-E. Trudeau Airport can be confusing and overwhelming, stressful with huge line-ups, and finding the rental car inside multi-level parking at the airport can be daunting. Globe Car’s YUL location is just 10 minutes from the terminal, and we offer a free shuttle service for the convenience of our customers. If you do choose to rent from a different location, you can rely on Globe Car’s shuttle service to get you to our Villeray – Little Italy and Mont-Royal – Metro Namur locations if you are located near those areas.

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What type of car insurance is required in Montreal?

The province of Quebec requires all cars to have liability insurance up to $1,000,000. Included in all of our rental is liability insurance covering up to $5,000,000 – this is 5x the amount covered by other car rental services. You can add additional coverage for the car itself at a low rate to further limit your exposure. And Globe Car offers a free GPS and free Roadside Assistance with all rentals to help our customers navigate Montreal’s city roads and highways safely.

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What are must-see Montreal sites?

Montreal is a popular tourist destination and has a lot to offer visitors. Check out iconic Saint-Catherine Street. A stroll down one of the most famous streets in Montreal will bring you directly to a wide variety of shops, restaurants, brasseries, and many other establishments: Montreal’s cultural diversity at its best! Little Italy is home to Jean Talon market – the largest public market in North America boasting a wide variety of kiosks for local harvest, espresso, and traditional gelato. Also near Little Italy is Jarry Park – a large area of green space where you can lounge near a beautiful lake, take a dip in the public pool and play many sports, including tennis. Le Village, Montreal’s famous Gay Village, has become a popular tourist destination. The first recorded gay establishment in all of North America was right in Le Village. Montrealer Moïse Tellier’s served apples and desserts on Saint Antoine Street dating back to 1869. Today, Rue St-Denis is lined with restaurants of every kind. One of the best is Pizzeria Dei Campari – cooked in a wood-burning oven with 35 different pizzas on the menu. In order to get to all of these locations, a car is essential. Globe Car offers convenient rental locations near all of these Montreal landmarks and more. You can choose a rental car for the day, weekend, or for your whole holiday and see all Montreal has to offer.