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Car Hire Abroad with no credit car

Does anyone know if it is possible to hire a car in the USA without a credit card? (Not that I can afford to go anytime soon but am always hopeful with the competitions I enter!):)

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  • We hired a Car through Alamo last year and were concerned that they wouldnt take a debit card - but they did.

    The best thing to do is if you find a car hire supplier check with them if they will take a debit card. Most T&C's will cover this

    I beleive it is also possible to leave cash as a deposit - but it would need to be substantial
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    Hmm id be amazed if they did, everywhere we went be it motel/hotel or car hire (rental :) ) wanted credit cards
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  • Admittedly a few years back, but I have hired with Alamo using a debit card.
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