Oscar Car Rental in Wausau by Brickner's

Your car is at the shop and you have a full day of appointments spread across Wausau and the surrounding area. Or maybe you need to haul materials for a home project that your sedan simply cannot handle. Renting a car through Oscar at our local partner Brickner's solves the immediate need without any long-term commitment.

Wausau sits in north-central Wisconsin, and getting around here means relying on a car. Public transit covers limited ground, and the distances between commercial areas, job sites, and neighboring towns add up quickly. Whether your own vehicle is temporarily out of commission or you need something bigger for a specific trip, a rental fills the gap without the overhead of ownership. Oscar has more than 250 cars available in Wisconsin, and every rental comes with 24/7 Roadside Assistance, a guaranteed vehicle, and 24/7 drop-off. Own coverage and Protected coverage both include up to 250 miles per day, which covers most regional driving without issue. If you know your trip will push past that, Unlimited Miles is available as a standalone add-on or included with Premium coverage. Pre-booking extra miles costs less than paying per mile at return. Booking multiple consecutive days at once automatically applies a consecutive days discount, so if you need the vehicle for several days, it pays to book the full period upfront. The full price is shown before you confirm, and it depends on the vehicle type and rental period. Cancellations more than a week out are free; closer to pickup, standard fees apply.

Every rental requires proof of financial security at pickup. You have three coverage options to choose from during booking, and the right one depends on what protection you already carry and how much you want to simplify things. Own coverage means your personal auto insurance policy applies to the rental period. It carries the lowest deposit on your card. Protected coverage, the most popular choice, adds collision damage waiver, loss damage waiver, and third-party liability coverage from Oscar. It reduces both the deposit and the deductible compared to Own coverage. Premium coverage includes everything in Protected coverage, plus Personal Effect Coverage and Unlimited Miles, with the lowest deductible of the three tiers. The deposit and deductible vary by coverage tier and vehicle type, and the exact amounts are shown during booking before you confirm. All drivers must be 22 or older and hold a valid driver's license. Additional drivers can be added during booking, and each must present their license at pickup. Bring a valid driver's license, a payment card, and a photo ID. Cash is not accepted. A security deposit is reserved on your card at pickup and released when you return the vehicle in the same condition. Your rental agreement is signed digitally during booking, so the handover on-site is quick. Walk around the vehicle with the team and note any existing marks before you drive off. Customer service for any questions during your rental is reachable through Oscar by phone, email, or chat.

The right vehicle depends on what you are actually doing, not just how far you are going. Oscar's fleet covers the range of practical needs you are likely to have in and around Wausau, from daily driving to hauling and group travel.

For errands across Wausau's commercial areas and drives to nearby towns, a compact or midsize car handles the ground efficiently and keeps fuel costs reasonable. Cars are the most straightforward choice when you need reliable transportation without extra capacity. The spread-out nature of the area means you will likely be covering ground between multiple stops in a day, and a car does that without overcomplicating parking or fuel. Rent a car from $54 per day.

Wisconsin winters in the Wausau area can make road conditions unpredictable, and an SUV gives you added ground clearance and stability when conditions are less than ideal. They also work well when you have more passengers or gear than a standard car comfortably fits, whether that is a family trip or a longer regional drive. If you are heading out on rural roads around the region, the added road presence of an SUV makes a practical difference. Rent an SUV from $89 per day.

The Wausau area has a strong mix of residential, agricultural, and construction activity, and a pickup truck is the right call when you need to move materials, equipment, or large items that will not fit in a standard vehicle. The open bed handles loads that a car or SUV simply cannot, and you avoid the back-and-forth of multiple trips. If you are working on a property project or picking up supplies from a supplier outside town, a truck makes the logistics straightforward. Pickup trucks available from $79 per day.

When you are traveling with a larger group, a passenger van keeps everyone in one vehicle and eliminates the coordination of splitting across two cars. That is useful for family gatherings, group trips to destinations in the region, work crews heading to a shared site, or any situation where covered seating for a larger party matters. Compared to an SUV, a passenger van offers more seating without the trade-off of off-road capability. Passenger van rentals start from $74 per day.

Wausau serves as a regional hub for north-central Wisconsin, with residents and businesses regularly making runs to surrounding communities for supplies, services, and appointments. The area's mix of light industry, healthcare, retail, and outdoor recreation creates steady demand for vehicles that go beyond what a personal car can handle on any given day. Oscar's rating of 4.6 based on 4,450 reviews comes from real customers who rented for the same practical reasons you are considering. That is a useful data point when you are comparing options and want to know how the service holds up in practice. When you return the vehicle on time and in the same condition you received it, your deposit is released. A few things can affect what you owe at return: extra miles beyond the daily allowance, fuel level, cleaning needs, late return, smoking, and pets. These are all explained during booking so you can plan around them. Return the vehicle within the agreed timeframe, and reach out early if your schedule shifts.

You now have a clear picture of the vehicles available, the three coverage tiers, and what to bring at pickup. Every rental includes 24/7 Roadside Assistance, a guaranteed vehicle, and 24/7 drop-off. The booking process is digital: choose your rental period, select a coverage tier, add any extras you need, and arrive at our local partner Brickner's with your driver's license and payment card. With 250 vehicles across Wisconsin, there is a good chance the right one is available for your dates. Check availability and get your rental sorted today.