Elgin car hire

The only car hire company onsite at O'Hare Intl airport is Hertz.

The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from O'Hare Intl airport to off-airport locations is Hertz.

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A Special car hire in Elgin costs R975 per day, on average.

A Mini car hire in Elgin costs R3 270 per day, on average.

A Full Size car hire in Elgin costs R3 931 per day, on average.

Elgin has excellent roads and ample parking. Any car would be ideal for use within the city.  Your choice of car depends on your intended use during your visit. If you are in town for business or pleasure, you can opt for an Economy vehicle. It is convenient to drive around and easy to find parking. If you are in town to check the Elgin Community College,  then a Full-Size SUV is a great option for you and your friends to visit the college or your family.

Illinois state speed limits dictate the speed limit in Elgin. On interstate highways, the limit is 70 mph. On the Rural Interstate Highway, a speed limit of 65 mph must be observed by all drivers, with a non-interstate highway requiring a speed limit of 55 mph. If you are driving your car rentals in Elgin through an urban area, a speed limit of 30 mph is advised and 25 mph through a school zone or a hospital region. Limits are posted on various parts of the roads in Elgin to ensure that new drivers know what is expected of them.

Parking is free in the city of Elgin. The municipal council institutes this law to make it easier for locals and visitors to use their vehicles in the city. Some rules have to be observed, the most important being that parking within the Central Business District is restricted from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. this is done to ensure efficient street cleaning and maintenance. There are also municipal parking spaces throughout Elgin that can be used for free by anyone. The parking is restricted to a maximum of 72 continuous hours. While on the go, you can take advantage of the city’s Quick Spots that allow for free parking on the street for 30 minutes.