A new way to play in the epidemic: renting a car to travel.

Affected by foreign epidemics, travel abroad has been greatly restricted this year, and people have to turn their attention back to domestic tourism, especially go on road trip.

But during the big holidays, traffic jam and accommodation are the two biggest problems. Due to traffic jams, it is often impossible to arrive at the hotel on time. And because I missed a lot of beautiful scenery on the road, it became an extravagant hope to stop and enjoy it slowly.

In that case, why not consider driving an RV? Some people will say that the RV is too expensive for me to play. In fact, there is really no need to buy an RV to play, which is not only wasteful, but also troublesome to park.

Fortunately, the current RV rental market has gradually matured, and it is very convenient to rent and return cars along the way. Renting an RV to road trip is not only cost-effective, but also gradually becomes a new fashion. So, how to play the RV?

Let's look at the classification of RV first.

RV can be divided into self-propelled ABC type and trailer ABCD type, in addition to mobile villa RV and off-road RV.

Among them, the mobile villa RV is basically an alternative scheme to avoid China's real estate policy, and there is no need to study it. Off-road RVs are toys of local tyrants, and they really can't afford to play, so this time we mainly talk about ordinary self-propelled RVs.

Type A RV: Similar to a bus, it is very spacious and luxurious, but the price is also very expensive. The biggest headache is the high requirement for driver's license, so there are few rentals on the market at present. Just have a look. Generally speaking, the saloons that can be rented on the market now are mainly self-propelled type B saloons and self-propelled type C saloons.

Type b RV? Generally, it is derived from MPV or medium-sized bus. It looks similar to the original bus, and the chassis is basically unchanged, so this kind of RV will be easier to drive, but it is only suitable for 2-3 people to travel because there is no forehead bed and limited space.

C-type RV: Different from B-type RV, the box body of C-type RV is modified on the basis of Class II chassis, and the body is widened and raised, which is comfortable and spacious. The biggest feature is that the box is wider than the front of the car. There is a big forehead at the top of the car and a bed inside the forehead. ? Therefore, this RV is spacious and comfortable, suitable for 4-5 people to travel.

It should be pointed out that the same brand or chassis may have different types of self-propelled recreational vehicles (such as Datong, both of which are hot). Although most of the C-type vehicles are more spacious than the B-type vehicles, they are not absolute. For example, the Feng Jun Model C of the Great Wall may be smaller than the Funny Bee of Jiangling Kauste, so it can only be said that it is under the same size chassis? C is more spacious than B.

Generally speaking; Generally speaking; Basically

1, passability, type B RV is better than type C RV, and it is more suitable for some routes with poor road conditions.

2. In terms of weight, because Type C RV is heavier than Type B RV, Type B RV is relatively more fuel efficient.

3. Vehicle handling and driving comfort, type B RV is better than type C RV. Because there is a big lump on the back of type C.

4. Living comfort, because the C RV is more spacious than the B RV, and it is obviously more comfortable to live.

Selection of vehicle model:

How to choose different models according to different needs and family situations?

If it's a couple or a family of three? You can consider the B-type RV, which is suitable in size, easy to drive, low-key in appearance and not easy to be watched.

If you want to bring your parents or friends, or riders who emphasize comfort, it is recommended to choose car C. More space means more homes.

Trailer trailer, suitable for experienced riders. It is best to use a large-displacement SUV or pickup truck for traction, so that the power is enough. But reversing is still troublesome and requires certain skills.

Need to be reminded that special attention should be paid when loading. The center of gravity of the trailer must not be backward, but in front of the axle, otherwise it is easy to fall into uncontrollable continuous tail flick when driving at high speed, causing the main car to roll over together.

In addition, it is better for the main car to have ETC, and it will be more troublesome for some high-speed toll stations to pass people. However, according to the policy, as long as you are not overweight and have your own license plate and procedures, you can generally take photos of C 1, so ETC is easy to pass.

It is said that using the trailer for a long time has great pressure on the rear suspension of the main vehicle, and some models will have the phenomenon of rear suspension collapse. Therefore, friends who play trailer cars need to pay attention. In addition, it is especially necessary to remind riders that according to the regulations, trailers are not allowed to carry people, that is to say, no one can live in trailers until they arrive at the camp, which puts forward requirements for the riding space and comfort of the main car.

Rental procedures: What outlets are there? What documents do you need? how much is the deposit? ?

These problems are actually not complicated. Rental outlets can find a lot through their own search through various apps. It is best to find a reliable brand company or a direct sales store of RV manufacturers.

Generally, you only need to bring your driver's license and ID card, simply register and pay a deposit to pick up the car. Different companies have different deposits, generally including illegal deposits and car damage deposits, ranging from thousands to 10 thousand, but now many leasing companies use credit card pre-credit instead of deposits, which is more convenient.

Driving process: toll? Driving skills? Fuel consumption?

Self-propelled B-cars and C-cars, because they are blue cards, generally C 1 photos can be used.

Toll is still charged according to the standard of ordinary passenger cars. According to the number of seats, corresponding to the corresponding price categories, most of them are similar to cars. Because the rear of the C-type RV is wide, you need to be more cautious when changing lanes, and you need to pay attention to the rearview mirror.

Because the width of the car is much larger than the rear wheel track, it is necessary to slow down when cornering to avoid serious roll. Try to avoid sudden braking, because there are many daily necessities in the RV, and sudden braking will make many things fly forward. Type B RV is closer to ordinary minibus and easier to drive, but it also tries to avoid violent driving.

Due to the high self-weight and the large wind resistance caused by the shape, the fuel consumption of the RV will be slightly higher, but it is generally within the tolerable range. If you are more concerned about fuel consumption, you can consider choosing a diesel engine model, which will reduce fuel consumption.

Parking matters: the choice of parking spots? Security issues? Water and electricity problems? Parking air conditioner

RV parking overnight, try not to park in too remote places to avoid meeting bad people. Don't stop at the roadside of national and provincial roads to prevent rear-end collision. Don't stop for a long time in the high-speed service area in case of high-speed overtime. If it is a town, you can park in the hotel parking lot. If it's halfway, you can park near the gas station. If you are in a scenic spot, don't be too close to the water to avoid traffic jams. A friend of mine just went to the lake to play. When he got up in the morning, he found that the rear wheel was stuck in the mud. It took three hours to get it out.

The capacity of the water tank is limited, so friends who like to take a bath need to pay attention to adding water at any time. Water can be added to RV camps, roadside trucks, farmhouses, service areas, or residential areas in remote places, but adding water once is generally only enough for two or three baths, so it needs to be planned in advance.

After parking the car, the life battery of the RV can guarantee the general life electricity, but it is not enough to turn on the parking air conditioner. If the air conditioner is driven by the engine, it will cost more oil, and there will be hidden dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning, so it is best to have an independent parking air conditioner battery, and you need to pay attention when choosing a car.

In addition, although the RV is now equipped with a TV, it is still necessary to install a satellite antenna to watch TV programs in the wild. In the era of mobile phones, TV is dispensable, but you must choose a place with 4G signal when parking, otherwise please download the movie in advance, so it won't be too boring where there is no signal.

Cost: Take the RV rented by a friend as an example.

Rental fee:1000,750?

Passenger capacity: 4 people (actually 2 people)?

Fuel consumption: diesel? Fifty cents a kilometer?

Driving experience: Is the automatic transmission slow or easy?

How to play the RV: It's totally different from going to road trip. You can stop at the lake and seaside, stop at the foot of the mountain, buy food and cook by yourself, walk straight, stop for several days, watch the sunrise easily at the scenic spot, and live anywhere you like. Therefore, the biggest fun of playing RV is not changing hotels, but changing tents.

Recommended route: Qinghai Ring Road? From Gansu to Qinghai? Jiayuguan? Dunhuang? Zhang Wei Danxia? Ta 'er Temple? Qinghai Lake? Chaka Salt Lake, you can also take the ring road to Aba Prefecture, Sichuan.

Finally: what are the precautions for returning the car? Choose a national chain of big companies to rent a car? It is best to return the car from a different place. When you pick up the car and return it, you must check the condition of the car carefully. Bedding, tableware and sanitary ware (toothbrush? You need to be prepared in advance. Be sure to check if there is anything left when you return the car.

This article comes from car home, the author of the car manufacturer, and does not represent car home's position.