HERTZ Car Rental at Johannesburg Airport

Johannesburg Airport, or what is today known as O.R Tambo International Airport, is the largest airport in South Africa, and also the largest on the whole continent of Africa. The airport handles over 21 million passenger per annum, and is a very important gateway to Johannesburg, the capital city of South Africa. Johannesburg Airport is also present on the list of 100 largest airports in the world. The airport was originally known as Jan Smuts Airport as well, and has the official airport code of JNB. The best way to travel in South Africa is by car, and therefore a number of car hire companies are at the airport. Hertz is available, and is the largest provider of car rental services in the world. Hertz is also popular for their competitive rental rates and wide range of unique car hire services.

The car hire companies at Johannesburg Airport can be found in the multi-storey parkade just opposite the domestic terminal building. Vehicles can be booked online, from Hertz’s website at www.hertz.co.za, or directly from the rental counters at O.R Tambo Airport. It is however recommended to make an advanced reservation, especially if you are in need of a certain type or size of vehicle. The most convenient way of arranging your vehicle is online, and customers can view all the vehicles available at this rental location on Hertz’s website. There is also plenty of extra information regarding their rental terms and conditions, and the additional services they provide.

Hertz at O.R Tambo International Airport, offers customers the services of Gold Counter facilities, delivery and collection options, 24 hour emergency roadside assistance, hand controls for disabled drivers, and the rental of GPS units, baby equipment, cellphones, laptops and 3G devices. Hand controls for physically challenged drivers are available free of charge, but should be reserved at least 48 hours before vehicle collection. These controls are specifically designed to assist drivers with a lower limb disability, and allow drivers to effectively manage the accelerator and brake pedals. There is also a steering wheel knob for easier manoeuvring, but the hand controls do not operate the blinkers, lights or windshield wipers. Hand controls are available for vehicles similar to the Volvo V70 and Volvo XC70.

The Hertz NeverLost In-Car Navigation System is ideal for family and business renters who are unfamiliar with the Johannesburg region. It is a state-of-the-art piece of equipment, manufactured by Magellan, and offers drivers turn-by-turn directions in voice and visual mode to any desired destination. The GPS unit also comes with a variety of additional features, such as a choice of languages, an ergonomic design with easy and comfortable to use touch controls, clear and accurate visuals on a colour screen, the Instant Locate feature and the Route Method, which will help you determine the best or shortest route to any area of the city. It also comes pre-programmed with thousands of points of interest.

Gold Counter Service is specifically for Hertz #1 Club Gold members at O.R Tambo International Airport, and is a special counter service dedicated to these members only. However, any customer can belong to the Hertz #1 Club, and enjoy many time and money saving benefits as well. Hertz #1 Club members have access to the Hertz Express and Hertz Instant Return services, and receive many special membership discounts and money-saving offers. Members who rent a vehicle just three times in a twelve month period will be invited to join the Hertz #1 Club Gold, and enjoy even greater benefits and discounts.

Hertz has an excellent fleet of well maintained vehicles available for hire at their Johannesburg Airport rental location. In the Car/Convertible category, the smaller Kia Picanto and Chevrolet Spark are ideal cars for city driving, while the Honda Civic Sedan and Toyota Corolla are larger vehicles able to seat up to five passengers. Other example vehicles also include the Chevrolet Aveo, Kia Rio Hatch, BMW 3 Series and the Mercedes Benz C Class. Even larger vehicles are available from Hertz, and are ideal for families or groups of travelers. The Kia Sportage 2x4 and the Mercedes Vito are examples of larger vehicles found in the 4WD/SUV/Minivan category. The Mercedes Vito can seat up to eight or nine passengers.

Primary renters in South Africa are required to be at least 21/23 years of age, and to have held their drivers license for at least three years in their country of residence prior to the rental date. Renters should always ensure they have adequate insurance for their hired vehicle, and a major credit card for payment of the hire period. Customers should return the Hertz rented vehicle in the same condition as what it was received, and should use the correct type of fuel for the vehicle. Various fuel policies are also available.

Customers can contact Hertz, at their O.R Tambo International Airport rental location for further information.

Address: O.R Tambo Airport
Johannesburg
South Africa

Telephone Number: 011 3909700

Fax Number: 011 3909710