Guides to renting and driving in Tampa
What things actually cost, what the rules actually are, and where to park when you get there.
Renting a car after landing at Tampa airport: what to expect
The rental centre is not your only option, and the difference shows up in the queue as much as the price.
Choosing an SUV for a Florida family road trip
Boot space matters more than seat count, and the third row you think you need usually is not the answer.
Do you need a rental car in Tampa? An honest answer
For a downtown conference, probably not. For anything involving a beach, almost certainly. How to tell which trip you are having.
What to bring when you collect a rental car in Florida
Three things, and one of them catches people out more than the other two combined.
Driving to Clearwater Beach from Tampa: parking, tolls and timing
Forty-five minutes on a good day and considerably more on a sunny Saturday. When to leave, which route, and where to actually park.
Monthly car rental vs leasing: which is cheaper under a year?
Under about twelve months, monthly rental usually wins once you count a lease deposit and its exit terms. Past that, leasing pulls ahead.
Renting a car at 21 in Florida: the rules, the fees, and what is actually allowed
Florida law lets you rent at 18. Most companies will not. What the young-driver surcharge is for, and what to check before you book.
Pickup truck rental vs U-Haul for a Tampa move: the real maths
Per-mile pricing wins on short local moves. Flat pricing wins as soon as the day involves real driving. Here is where the line actually falls.