So, I recently rented a car from Budget at CMH airport in Columbus, OH. Everything seemed fine until I returned the car and got hit with a sneaky charge of $16.99 for refueling. The thing is, I had just filled up the tank before returning the car. When I checked the email receipt, it mentioned that they would charge for refueling unless I showed a gas receipt. That’s not a standard practice with car rentals in the US. Usually, they check the gauge, and if it’s full, no extra charges.
But here’s the kicker – the Budget employee didn’t even bother to glance at the fuel gauge or ask me if I refueled. It felt like they were trying to pull a fast one on me. So, I called Budget to sort things out, and they said they would refund the money if I provided them with a credit card statement. I did as they asked, and they eventually refunded the amount.
This whole situation left a bad taste in my mouth. It seems like Budget is banking on customers not paying attention to the fine print or being too lazy to dispute the charges. The fact that their employee didn’t even bother to ask for a gas receipt clearly shows that this is a deliberate tactic to squeeze extra money out of people. So, if you’re planning to rent from Budget, be on your guard and double-check everything!
In conclusion, my experience with Budget at CMH airport was marred by this shady refueling charge incident. It’s a reminder to always be vigilant when dealing with rental car companies, as some may try to pull a fast one on you. Make sure to check your receipts and question any dubious charges to avoid falling victim to these sneaky tactics. Stay alert and don’t let companies like Budget take advantage of you!