Practicar Car & Truck Rentals

Drive away with a great bargain on rentals and pre-owned vehicles at West Kootenay PractiCar locations

PractiCar Car & Truck Rentals is an automobile rental business with a difference. The company was started back in 1976 and is founded on the belief that it’s possible to offer both discount rental prices and top-of-the-line customer service. With three locations in the West Kootenay area—Trail, Nelson and Castlegar—the company strives to meet all the needs of its customers. Drive away with a great deal from PractiCar Car & Truck Rentals!

The company offers a range of vehicles for rent. PractiCar can save clients hundreds of dollars in rental fees. Instead of renting new cars, the company offers quality used vehicles which are certified mechanically safe and sound but may have a slightly dented panel or cosmetic dings.

Whether you need a car or truck for your next vacation, a business trip or a replacement vehicle while yours is in the shop, the friendly and efficient staff at PractiCar Car & Truck Rental can assist you. Daily, weekly and monthly rental rates are offered. The company also has moving trucks available. Please inquire, as each location offers different services and vehicles. In addition, PractiCar also offers pre-owned vehicle sales.

Call our toll-free number to reserve a rental vehicle

It’s easy to reserve a vehicle for your next vacation or business trip. Simply call our toll-free number at 1-800-327-0116 and one of our agents will assist you with reservations and any special requests.

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Five-star reviews for Practicar Car & Truck Rentals

“Reasonable prices, friendly staff and easy to drop off the car and keys.” ~ Raja

“Such great service! We were visiting the area when our vehicle broke down on the Sunday of a long weekend. Monday morning I called but they were closed. I didn’t leave a message, but shortly after I received a call back from them. They were able to open the office and hook us up with a car for a couple of days so we could still enjoy the area while our car was in the shop. When the repair took less time than we were expecting, they allowed us to return the car early and only charged us for one day. Thank you so much! You guys are amazing, and your ‘Kootenay hospitality’ really made our vacation enjoyable!” ~ John

“Great place to rent a car. They let me bring the car to the United States and back. It was so easy doing business with them!” ~ Nathan

“Excellent customer service. Agent answered all my questions and was cheerful and very helpful. Vehicle was clean and perfect for our needs. Highly recommended. Will definitely be a repeat customer.” ~ Donald

Read more five-star reviews about Practicar Car & Truck Rentals here.

How do I go about renting a vehicle from a PractiCar Car & Truck Rentals?

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Renting a vehicle from one of our convenient locations in Trail, Castlegar or Nelson is easy! Call our toll-free number at 1-800-327-0116 and one of our friendly agents will be happy to assist you. You can also phone the location of your choice directly to reserve your vehicle or place a reservation online via our website.

Is your vehicle being repaired? PractiCar’s three West Kootenay locations provide insurance replacement rentals.

Being without a vehicle while yours is in the shop is not only a hassle, but for many people who rely on their vehicle for work, it's not an option. All PractiCar Car & Truck Rental locations have insurance replacement rentals available.

What are the advantages of renting a vehicle from PractiCar in Nelson, Castlegar or Trail?

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Simply put, we offer efficient customer service and affordable vehicle rentals. At PractiCar Car & Truck Rentals, we believe that it’s possible to offer discount car and truck rental services while still maintaining top-of-the-line, reliable and safe vehicles for our customers.

Whether you need to rent a car to take on vacation, a replacement vehicle while yours is in the shop or a moving van, we strive to provide you with the top-notch and affordable service you deserve.

We also provide corporate rates for employee business travel. Inquire at one of our West Kootenay locations about specials and discount coupons.

Does PractiCar Car & Truck Rentals provide pick-up, drop-off and after hours service?

Superior customer service is what PractiCar Car & Truck Rental is known for! Our agents are happy to meet you at the airport or other convenient location to drop off and pick up your vehicle.

Stranded, after-hours or trying to contact us on a weekend? We’ve been there! With a quick call to our toll-free number, we can arrange a local representative in one of our West Kootenay locations to assist you. At PractiCar Car & Truck Rentals, we are happy to go the extra mile for our valued customers.

What kinds of vehicles does PractiCar provide for sale or rent?

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PractiCar Car & Truck Rentals provides a variety of different vehicles for either rent or sale. The selection of vehicles depends on location, but we offer compact cars, minivans, SUVs, passenger vans and trucks of all sizes, including moving trucks.

Where can I buy an affordable used car or truck in Trail, Nelson or Castlegar?

At PractiCar Car & Truck Rentals, we’re proud of the quality of pre-owned vehicles we sell. As a consumer, you can be assured that our vehicles for sale are certified, reliable and carefully maintained. We offer a wide range of vehicles for sale and combine budget-minded pricing with value for your money, ensuring that you get a great deal on a pre-owned vehicle. If we don’t have the vehicle you’re looking for locally, we can find it for you through our Canada-wide network of locations.

Services and products offered by PractiCar Car & Truck Rentals:

  • Car, truck and van rentals
  • Daily, weekly and monthly rates
  • All vehicles equipped with winter tires
  • Special insurance replacement rate
  • No extra charge for additional drivers
  • Minimum age required: 21 years old
  • Used car sales

When is Practicar Car & Truck Rental open?

  • Monday to Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Closed Saturday and Sunday

Who is the owner of Practicar Car & Truck Rental?

Darrell Dickson

When was Practicar Car & Truck Rental started?

1976

Contact info

  • Phone: For reservations: 1-800-327-0116
  • Address: Locations in Trail, Nelson and Castlegar

Castlegar, BC

  • Address: 1335 Columbia Avenue Castlegar , BC V1N 1H7
  • Hours of operation:
  • Monday to Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: Closed
  • E-mail: [email protected]
  • Phone: 250-365-1980

Nelson, BC

  • Address: 524 Nelson Avenue Nelson, BC V1L 2N3
  • Hours of operation:
  • Monday to Saturday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Sunday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • E-mail: [email protected]
  • Phone: 250-352-5122

Trail, BC

  • Address: 8137 Old Waneta Road Trail, BC V1R 4X1
  • Hours of operation:
  • Monday to Friday: 8 a.m. – 5p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: Closed
  • E-mail: [email protected]
  • Phone: 250-364-0211
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8137 Old Waneta Rd Trail V1R4X1

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