A man who Thrifty charged $30 a day after he was forced to abandon his rental car in the forest following a washout has gotten a reprieve.

Thrifty dropped the daily fee to $13 until the car is recovered.

Charles Hite will be responsible responsible for damages to the car from sitting for so long and from ``being attacked by elk,'' said the Peninsula Daily News.

Next time you rent a car, be sure to opt for the elk-insurance. — BEN POPKEN

Bill Mounting For Rental Car Stranded By Washout [KOIN] (Thanks to Mike!)

Previously: Thrifty Charges Man $30/Day For Stranded Car