If your trip to Staunton is all sorted out but your itinerary is a little on the empty side, let us give you a few hints and tips.There’s nothing quite like discovering new things, and you can do that at The Winery at Shale Lake. Timber Lakes Golf Course is another worthwhile detour.

With some awesome day trip options available in the surrounding area, renting a car makes good sense. Without one, it wouldn’t be half as easy to soak up everything that Collinsville, 25 miles away, has to offer. Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, Gateway Fun Park and St. Claire Square Mall alone make the drive out worthwhile. Don’t skip St. Louis either! Just 35 miles away, Forest Park, Fox Theater and Tower Grove Park are essential stops here.

Whatever your motoring needs in Staunton, CarRentals.com will take you here, there and everywhere comfortably and efficiently. If you’re visiting on business, a premium car may suit you down to the ground. These types of vehicles boast high-end finishes, sleek interiors, and a host of extras. Traveling on a limited budget and eager to save money? A mini or a compact car will suit your needs. Little runabouts like these are inexpensive to run and terrific for getting around tight city streets. If you have a few kids (and a good deal of luggage) in tow, a full-size car will give you all the space you need.

You’ll be happy to hear that there’s a great range of both economy and high-end rental vehicles in Staunton. What you end up going with depends on your funds and what you plan to do. Specialty and prestige vehicles offer the best in comfort and class. If you want to indulge yourself, why not pick up an SUV with all the bells and whistles, or perhaps an upmarket mid-size sedan? Alternatively, if you just need a car to get from A to B as cheaply as possible, maybe go for an economy compact vehicle (or something else that’s unlikely to break the bank).

In Staunton, you’ll have to stick to the right-hand side. When exploring a new place, it’s always a wise idea to book a vehicle with automatic transmission. That way, you can focus on the road ahead and save worrying about gear changes.

It’s relatively easy to find somewhere to park in Staunton, although it can be a challenge to secure a spot in the busier streets. Staying at a hotel that has on-site parking will make things easier.

Since the population of Staunton is around 5,000, you shouldn’t encounter too much trouble with traffic congestion. That being said, downtown streets usually get busy in the rush hours before and after work, so you may want to avoid driving then.

The residential zones in Staunton have a 35mph speed limit. Outside these built-up areas, the speed limits normally range between 10mph and 70mph.

One of two things will happen. Your car rental company may charge the amount of the fine to your credit card. This is the more common practice. Alternatively, it may give your contact details to local law enforcement agencies so the fine is sent straight to you.

It’s illegal to use your cell phone while driving a car in Staunton, and you may also be hit with a fine for simply holding your phone when you’re in control of a vehicle. That said, the use of hands-free or Bluetooth functions is permitted, as long as you keep your attention on the road.

When driving in Staunton, it’s against the law to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) of more than 0.08%. Thinking of having a wine or two over lunch or dinner? Consider using a ride-sharing service or booking a taxi.

Road rules in Staunton permit drivers at a red light to turn into the lane nearer to them, without having to wait for a green signal. Before turning, the car must come to a total stop and the driver must check that the lane is clear before proceeding.

Although there are some exceptions, seat belts are mandatory in Macoupin County.