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I've used Avis, Hertz, and National as back-ups. However, just check before confirming a reservation since, occasionally, the rate will be pre-paid.
Note: If you book through a third-party site, there is a far greater likelyhood that your reservation will be non-cancellable than if you book directly through the rental car company's site
If the rate is cancellable, does it mean that I need to actually cancel the back-up reservation in order to avoid any charges?
Do you contact the rental company to cancel it, or just leave it as is?