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Young driver car hire fees explained

How age restrictions and young-driver charges affect car hire prices.

Many suppliers apply young-driver fees below a certain age, often under 25.

Vehicle categories may be restricted for younger drivers.

The cheapest headline price may not include the young-driver surcharge until later in the booking flow.

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