Frequently asked questions
The basics
Do I need to pay online to book?
No. Loucar is request-to-book: you send a request, the agency confirms, and you pay at pick-up in dirhams. We never ask for card details on the site.
Why is the deposit shown everywhere?
Because it is the number one source of disputes in Morocco. The amount held on your card, the insurance excess, the included mileage, the fuel policy and the minimum age are on every listing, before you even click.
How quickly does the agency reply?
Around 20 minutes on average. An agency has 30 minutes before we chase it and 60 minutes before the request expires — at which point we automatically show you other cars available on the same dates.
Do I need an international driving permit?
A national licence in Latin script (French, Spanish, English…) is accepted in Morocco for tourist stays. If yours uses another script, bring an international permit.
Can I cancel?
Yes, free of charge up to 24h before pick-up on the large majority of cars. The exact window is stated on each listing.
Which car for the desert or the Atlas?
Paved roads to Merzouga, Ouarzazate or Imlil are fine in a city car. For unpaved tracks, take a 4x4 and check that mileage is unlimited.
Booking
How does a booking request work?
You pick a car, fill a one-page form — no account needed — and the agency receives your request instantly by WhatsApp and email. It accepts or declines, usually within 20 minutes. You are notified by email and SMS.
What if the agency does not reply?
After 30 minutes it gets an SMS chase. After 60 minutes the request expires automatically, you are notified, and we show you three cars available on the same dates. The agency’s public response time reflects it.
Do I need an account?
Never. Your tracking page is reachable through a unique link sent by email. Keep that email — it is your only access.
On the ground
What should I bring on pick-up day?
Your driving licence, your passport or ID, and a credit card in the main driver’s name for the deposit. If your licence is not in Latin script, add an international permit.
How does the handover check work?
The agent walks around the car with you and notes existing damage on the contract. Take five minutes to photograph the bodywork, wheels and windscreen yourself, with the date visible. Do it again on return.