Rental cars in Taichung from $68

If your trip to Taichung is all locked in but your travel itinerary is looking a bit empty, let us give you a helping hand.If you’re looking for a good reason to venture out and explore beyond the city center, XinShe Castle is it. Like another one? Sea of Flowers in Shinshe is also worth the short journey out.

The beauty of having your own wheels is that you can go where you want, when you want. Make full use of your freedom by experiencing all that there is to do in Yuanlin. It’s just 25 miles away. Taiwan Folk Village should be toward the top of your list here. Tianwei Highway Garden and Taiwan Mochi Museum are must-see attractions too. Don’t forget about Lukang either! Just 25 miles away, Taiwan Glass Gallery, Lugang Mazu Temple and Lukang Old Street are non-negotiable stops here.

Having your own wheels in Taichung will give you the freedom to go wherever you want at your leisure. Maybe you want to leave the big city behind, get out on the open road, and go where the wind blows. If so, grab the keys to one of our SUVs and explore the beautiful sandy shores in the surrounding area. If you’d rather experience the bright lights of the city, something small is a good idea. Navigating heavy traffic and busy streets will be much less stressful in an economy or compact car.

There’s plenty of choice when it comes to renting a car in Taichung. From swish SUVs with loads of space for luggage to agile compacts, you’ll find it all here. Selecting your perfect match depends on how much you’d like to spend and what activities you plan on doing. Some road trips are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas other adventures don’t need more than an engine and four wheels. Which will it be this time?

In Taichung, you’ll have to keep to the right-hand side. When traveling someplace new, it’s always a good idea to opt for a car with automatic transmission. That way, you can concentrate on the road ahead and save worrying about gear changes.

Getting a place to park in Taichung isn’t always simple. That’s why many visitors choose a hotel that comes with a parking lot. When leaving the car around the city, make sure you check the signage. Overstaying the maximum time limit could land you a nasty fine.

Taichung has a population of roughly 1,040,700, so you can expect some heavier traffic. The roads are busy in the early and late rush hours, especially around the city center.

While motoring around the streets of Taichung, keep in mind that the speed limits usually range from 40 km/h to 100 km/h. Residential areas are 50 km/h unless posted otherwise.

Most of the time, your car rental company will bill the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may provide your contact information to the relevant local agency so they can send a fine to you directly.

It’s prohibited to use your cell phone while driving in Taichung, and you may even be issued a fine for just handling your phone when you’re in control of a vehicle. That said, using hands-free or Bluetooth functions is allowed, as long as you keep your attention on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit when operating a vehicle in Taichung is 0.05%. If you’re planning a big night out, leave your rental wheels behind and organize another way of getting home instead.

No, it’s not. In Taichung, red equals stop, with no exceptions. When nearing traffic lights, always maintain a safe speed so you can easily stop if you need to.

Seat belts are mandatory in Taichung. Having said that, this rule may not apply for some vehicles, like those operated by public transportation systems.