Tolls rules in Portugal for Car Rental...
From now till December 31st 2011:
For every rental vehicle passing on toll roads, Car Rental Companies will be obliged to identify the driver. Then the driver will be contacted by post as usual with traffic fines.
 
From January 1st till June 30th 2012:
Car Rental Companies will be forced to pay a 6 month permission for vehicles to be allowed on toll roads. This is commendatory as a Tax. All vehicles from the Company fleet will be allowed automatically, just as the Road Tax which is payable annually. This list of vehicles already exist on the Tax Office data system. Next Monday (12/12) will be published a rule that obliges Car Rental Companies to charge locally a Tolls Tax. This tax is commendatory and is predicted to be between 1,00 Euros up to 3,00 Euros.
 
From July 1st on:
All Car Rental Companies will be forced to equip all fleet vehicles with a electronic device that communicates with the Tolls system. Clients will have to hold a valid credit card. When signing the Rental Agreement form will also sign a contract with one of the Companies in charge of the Tolls (National Post Office – CTT) which is valid during the rental agreement period. All Tolls charges will be charged directly on the Client’s credit card. If the Client doesn’t use Tolls, nothing will be charged. Anyway it’s predicted to have a 0,60 Euros daily charge for the electronic device rental (to now only next Monday 12/12).
Rates & Specials in 2011 better than ever

The year is starting, taxes are raising up, but our car rental prices in Portugal are still the same, low as ever, so cheaper for you.

Rent one of our cars in 2011 and pay 2010 rental price. Pay attention to publications on our Special Promotions. We guarantee you won't be disappointed. Best hire cars in the Algarve for an unbeatable price. Rent a Car in Lisbon with a fast and friendly service at very cheap prices.

Try us! Ask for a quote at www.amoita.com

Xmas Specials for Car Hire in Portugal

Don't loose this opportunity to travel to Portugal and Rent a Car with one of the most reliable car rental Companies in the Country. Run away from the cold snowy weather and enjoy Portugal with a recent rental vehicle at very cheap prices. Give your Family a different Xmas. Rent a Car at www.amoita.com!

Frequently Asked Questions

Due to shortage of cars will you honor early bookings for the summer?

Did you know that from 2008 to 2009 the fleet for tourism rental cars available in Portugal dropped by 20% from 50.000 cars to 40.000. This was matched by a similar drop of 20% in clients looking to rent cars but only outside of the peak months! With further reductions in the number of cars held by the various rental companies the situation is expected to be even worse in 2010. Amoita is proud to be one of the very few Car rental Companies not letting down costumers in this last complicated summer.

What's your Company policy?
We concentrate our efforts on each individual client's satisfaction providing the 1st class service they deserve.
We offer a fast, friendly, professional yet informal service and round the clock support.
Please feel free to call direct at any time. You can also book calling our office or sending an email to me or to our reservations email at info@amoita.com.
Can I rent a car wherever in Portugal?

We deliver and return cars in all Algarve territory and in Lisbon, Oporto and Faro Cities and Airports.

How do you make the service faster than other car rental Companies?

Dear Sir, we'll be waiting for you with the rental agreement already filled and the car ready in the car park. Why it would take long? If you fill the "fast track" form when submitting the reservation you'll just have to sign the rental agreement, check the car and drive, which means not more than 5 minutes since you pass the customs and you’ll be ready to go and enjoy your stay...

Being so cheap can you guaranty a good quality service?

We may not be the cheapest, but as good as you can get for a reasonable price. Fast, friendly and very professional, and the cars are in perfect conditions... We manage well the balance between "value for the money"! It's all about the 1st class service we provide (24/7 assistence and reliable cars).

What type of cars do you rent?

We rent all type of cars for passangers vehicles and cargo vans. From 4 passangers up to 9 we have all type of cars. We also rent automatic gearbox cars and people carriers. Please check out "Fleet Guide" clicking on the top menu inbound-link.

Can I drive over into Spain?

You can drive our cars in Spain, but you need first to purchase the Green Car for Spain.

Do all of your cars have air conditioning as standard

Yes, all the vehicles we rent have air conditioning as standard.

Can cars go into spain & what are the arrangements regarding breakdowns & insurance

Cars are allowed to go to Spain but there is and additional insurance (Green Card for Spain) to be purchased. This additional insurance activates the travel assistence outside Portugal. All vehicles are suplied with CDW insurance. The Client can purchase the additional Super CDW to eliminate the deduclible (deduce it to Zero). This eliminates the renter responsability for breakdowns and damages. Tires, lost keys, fuel mistakes, clutch and steering wheel box not included.

If I have a package policy on my car at home do I need any extra insurance when I rent?

When you rent with us you have included a Liability Insurance and a CDW. So there is no need for an additional insurance. In case you want to eliminate the deductilbe (excess amount) you can purchase the additional Super CDW.

Do all your cars have air conditioning this is not clear in vehicle details

Since September 2006 all the cars we rent have airconditioning.

In case of and accident or car malfuntion what should we do?

In case of an accident you should contact immediately the police and us. Either and accident or a car malfuntion we have a 24 hours service phone which you can contact at anytime. We'll replace the vehicle immediately and you'll be able to continue your holidays without worries.

What is the extra charge if i rent a car in Lisbon but return it in the Algarve?

One way rental between Lisbon and the Algarve and vice versa will have applied 100€ fee only if the rental period is less than 7 days.

Is it possible to hire a car from Oporto and return it to Faro?

It is possible but the cost for dropping the vehicle in a different location so far may be very expensive (500Km). If the rental period is long we can work our a special price for the drop off fee. There is a fixed fee of 150,00 Euros for one ways between the Algarve and Oporto and Vice Versa.

Are prices in pounds or euros?

All prices published in this site are in Euros. We also accept English Pounds, US Dollars and Canadian Dollars. We'll apply the daily Exchange rates to convert Euros in Pounds or in Dollars.