Advantage Car Rentals (ACR) is concerned about our renters' safety. There are precautions you can take to ensure you have a safe and pleasant journey.

At the Airport or ACR Office
Review maps and other visitor information before leaving the rental car area or other location. Reading a map while driving is dangerous and can indicate you are unfamiliar with the area. Always ask for directions before leaving the rental counter.

At airports or any ACR rental office do not leave luggage unattended. If there is more than one person in your party, assign someone to stay with the bags. Only the renter and any additional drivers are required to rent the car.

Your Rental Vehicle
Familiarize yourself with the vehicle's safety equipment, including hazard lights, windshield wipers, the spare tire, seat belts and door locks. Always be alert to your surroundings and know how to reach your destination prior to your departure.

Make sure the vehicle always has plenty of fuel.

Crime Prevention
Don't immediately stop if a passing motorist tells you that something is wrong with your vehicle. Pull into the nearest service station or well-lit public area to check or verify.

At stoplights, leave plenty of room between your vehicle and the one in front of you in case you must pull away quickly. Always keep doors locked and windows rolled up when driving or when parked. Keep valuables in the trunk or in the locked glove compartment.

Learn emergency vehicles' signals. Police lights are red and blue. Do not stop for flashing white headlights alone. Do not resist in the rare event that a stranger demands your valuables. Your well-being is more important than your belongings. Always use seat belts, avoid drunk driving and don’t use cell phone while driving, use a cell phone hands free gadget instead. It is the Malaysian law and the penalty is harsh and these may save your life in the event of an accident.

Don't pick up hitchhikers under any circumstances. Always be aware of the pedestrian traffic around your vehicle. Always park in a well-lit area. Have car keys in hand and check in and around the car before entering and ensure all doors are locked before leaving your vehicle.

Don't take shortcuts to save time or exit expressways or highways prematurely to save tolls. Tolls are a nominal charge, change is available at many booths, and your safety is most important. There are many stops for rest rooms, a few stops named “R & R  for fuel top ups and food along the main north-south highway. Make sure your stops are well lit with many people.

Use automated teller machines only in busy, unobstructed areas and count your money inside the car with the doors locked.

Stay Secure In Your Vehicle
If your car malfunctions on a major thoroughfare, lock the doors, turn on the hazard lights and call ACR rescue numbers provided at time of rental. If someone offers help, have them call the any ACR agents first.

Don't pull over to assist what may appear to be a disabled car, even if someone tries to wave you down. If you have a cellular phone, call the police for them.

Drive to a service station or store if you need information or directions. Casual street-corner directions are the surest way to get lost.

These safety tips are general common-sense suggestions from Advantage. The safety of you and your passengers is most important. However, remember that personal safety is your responsibility. Do what you think is best under any circumstances. Above all, stay alert and be cautious.

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