$38 Cheap Car Rental in Carthage, TX

If your trip to Carthage is all organized but your travel itinerary is a little on the empty side, we can give you a helping hand.Keep yourself on the move by visiting Esquire Theater and Jim Reeves Memorial. If you still have lots of energy and space on that travel schedule, Texas Country Music Hall of Fame also awaits.

If you’re looking for day-trip inspiration, we can help out. Sitting 35 miles away, Longview is worth getting in the car for. Among your first few stops here ought to be Longview Mall, Paul Boorman Trail Park and Alpine Golf Course. The locals will also probably point you toward Kilgore, 40 miles away. If you can only find time for one thing here, make sure it’s Van Cliburn Auditorium. (But we’d also recommend Lonestar Speedway and East Texas Oil Museum.)

With your own rental vehicle, Carthage is your oyster. People journey to this delightful city for lots of reasons, and here at CarRentals.com we have the perfect car for each of them. A priority for large families is space. Depending on the size of the family, that could mean anything from a full-size car to an SUV. Travelers on a budget enjoy the fuel-efficiency and affordability of our smaller cars, such as an economy or a mini. If you’re looking to make a grand entrance in Carthage, browse our special category for a ride that’ll make any car aficionado dizzy with excitement.

You’ll be glad to know that there’s a wide variety of both economy and luxury rental vehicles available in Carthage. What you end up going with is largely dependent on your budget as well as what you plan to do. Specialty and prestige vehicles offer unparalleled comfort and class. If you’re splashing out, why not pick an SUV with all the bells and whistles, or perhaps a cushy mid-sized vehicle? On the other hand, if you’re just after a car to zip around town in as cheaply as possible, go for an economy compact vehicle (or something else that won’t burn a hole in your pocket).

You have to drive on the right side of the road in Carthage. Even though the rules may be similar to home, it’s a good idea to drive a little more carefully on roads you’re not familiar with.

Finding somewhere to leave the car in Carthage is easy. There’s no need to keep driving around the block in dense traffic here — and that’s what the locals love about it. There’s plenty of on and off-street parking to take your pick of.

As with many cities, roads get busier in the early and late rush hours. However, thanks to its smaller population of around 6,800, traffic congestion isn’t a big problem in Carthage.

Speed limits vary in and around Carthage, but generally range from 25mph to 80mph. Most residential areas have a top speed of 30mph unless stated otherwise.

Generally speaking, your chosen rental car company will charge the fined amount to your credit card, including local surcharges and taxes. Or they may share your contact details with local law enforcement agencies, who’ll then issue a fine straight to you.

As is the case in many places, regular cell phone usage is not allowed while cruising around Carthage. However, there is an exception for hands-free or Bluetooth capabilities. Just be sure to stay focused on the road.

When operating a vehicle in Carthage, it’s an offence to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) of more than 0.08%. Planning to have a wine or two over lunch or dinner? Consider grabbing a taxi or using a ride-sharing service.

Traffic laws in Carthage permit drivers at a red light to turn into the direction of traffic closest to them, without waiting for a green signal. Before turning, the vehicle must come to a complete stop and the driver must be sure that the way is clear before continuing on.

Although there are a small number of exceptions, seat belts must be worn when the vehicle is in motion in Panola County.