Silverthorne car hire

The average price of fuel in Silverthorne is R63,30 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R760 and R1 013, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Silverthorne.

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An Intermediate car hire in Silverthorne costs R856 per day, on average.

A Compact car hire in Silverthorne costs R683 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in Silverthorne costs R656 per day, on average.

A car with 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is highly recommended for driving in Silverthorne. The area has a lot of snowfall during winter, and these drivetrains provide optimal traction while driving on snowy or icy roads. Therefore, an SUV would be a great choice because of its larger size, high ground clearance, and ability to handle the rough mountain terrain.

In residential areas in Silverthorne, the speed limit is typically 25 mph. In school zones, the speed limit is often lowered to 15 miles per hour during school hours. On major thoroughfares such as Highway 9, the speed limits can range from 30 mph to 55 mph, depending on the specific section of the road. In some areas, there may be posted speed limits that are lower than the general speed limit due to turns, curves, or hills.

Most retail shopping centers in Silverthorne, including the Silverthorne Outlets, offer free parking in large surface lots. Additionally, there are several free parking lots along Rainbow Drive, which is just a short walk away from Silverthorne's main center, Rainbow Park. Paid parking is also available in the central area of Silverthorne, including on Rainbow Drive, Buffalo Mountain Drive, and along Blue River Parkway. These lots charge an hourly rate ranging from $1 to $2.50 per hour. There are also some paid parking garages in the city center, such as the Lake Dillon Theatre Company Garage and the Silverthorne Pavilion Garage, both of which charge $1 per hour.