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Entries tagged as rental car news…
January 5, 2010, 12:33 PM
Lately, a lot of the car rental specials don't seem all that special.
Lately, a lot of the car rental specials don't seem all that special.
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November 3, 2009, 12:45 PM
Here's an exception to the widespread trend of car rentals getting more and more expensive.
Here's an exception to the widespread trend of car rentals getting more and more expensive.
November 3, 2009, 12:20 PM
As part of the show's special series "Things They Don't Want You to Know, Nina talked about what the travel industry doesn't want you to know—from rental cars to airport luggage scales.
As part of the show's special series "Things They Don't Want You to Know, Nina talked about what the travel industry doesn't want you to know—from rental cars to airport luggage scales.
October 5, 2009, 2:27 PM
If you reserved last Monday for a rental starting today, the average is $348. That's an increase of 121 percent from a year ago.
If you reserved last Monday for a rental starting today, the average is $348. That's an increase of 121 percent from a year ago.
September 14, 2009, 10:00 AM
Beginning Oct. 1, Avis and Budget will become the first major rental-car companies to ban smoking in their entire U.S. fleets.
Beginning Oct. 1, Avis and Budget will become the first major rental-car companies to ban smoking in their entire U.S. fleets.
August 26, 2009, 11:17 AM
Booking a hybrid rental car can be a big hassle. To boost your chance of scoring one of these green rides, follow Budget Travel's advice in four easy steps.
Booking a hybrid rental car can be a big hassle. To boost your chance of scoring one of these green rides, follow Budget Travel's advice in four easy steps.
August 21, 2009, 9:41 AM
Paris is moving forward with a car sharing program called Autolib'.
Paris is moving forward with a car sharing program called Autolib'.
August 13, 2009, 2:34 PM
Quiz time: When is a $20 daily car rental rate promotion a rip-off? Answer: When you could just as easily be paying $10 a day.
Quiz time: When is a $20 daily car rental rate promotion a rip-off? Answer: When you could just as easily be paying $10 a day.
August 5, 2009, 2:23 PM
About 500 cars are now available for rent by the hour. A $50 annual membership fee enables you to rent cars by the hour or day. Rates start at $10 an hour and vary by type of vehicle.
About 500 cars are now available for rent by the hour. A $50 annual membership fee enables you to rent cars by the hour or day. Rates start at $10 an hour and vary by type of vehicle.
June 29, 2009, 4:51 PM
Rental car companies were recently charging 73 percent higher rates than a year ago, despite the recession. What gives? And how can you circumvent the price hikes?
Rental car companies were recently charging 73 percent higher rates than a year ago, despite the recession. What gives? And how can you circumvent the price hikes?
April 14, 2009, 11:51 AM
In May, about 60 cars will race 10 hours from San Francisco to Yuma, Ariz., for a chance to win prizes.
In May, about 60 cars will race 10 hours from San Francisco to Yuma, Ariz., for a chance to win prizes.
February 24, 2009, 4:17 PM
Now you can rent an E-ZPass or I-Pass transponder when you book a rental on Travelocity.
Now you can rent an E-ZPass or I-Pass transponder when you book a rental on Travelocity.
February 3, 2009, 9:03 AM
This winter, 5,000 more hybrids became available nationwide for rental via Enterprise, Alamo, and National. But you should follow our tips to book a car hassle-free.
This winter, 5,000 more hybrids became available nationwide for rental via Enterprise, Alamo, and National. But you should follow our tips to book a car hassle-free.
January 12, 2009, 3:01 PM
For $9 a day, the kids in the backseat can be entertained with live TV.
For $9 a day, the kids in the backseat can be entertained with live TV.
December 17, 2008, 10:42 AM
The company has just launched a car-sharing service in New York City, London, and Paris.
The company has just launched a car-sharing service in New York City, London, and Paris.
October 29, 2008, 1:25 PM
Thrifty is offering a rental fee for mid-size cars of just $1 a day.
Thrifty is offering a rental fee for mid-size cars of just $1 a day.
October 1, 2008, 12:10 PM
A new website makes it easier to book a car rental without feeling guilty about your environmental impact by offering free carbon-offset credits plus tips on driving efficiently.
A new website makes it easier to book a car rental without feeling guilty about your environmental impact by offering free carbon-offset credits plus tips on driving efficiently.
September 29, 2008, 10:37 AM
Why renting a hybrid car costs so much more, and other recent travel stories worth reading.
Why renting a hybrid car costs so much more, and other recent travel stories worth reading.
August 8, 2008, 9:32 AM
The largest rental car company, Enterprise, says that rentals have increased this year in its non-airport locations due to several factors. The trend is surprising, given rising gas prices.
The largest rental car company, Enterprise, says that rentals have increased this year in its non-airport locations due to several factors. The trend is surprising, given rising gas prices.
July 2, 2008, 4:01 PM
The car rental company just introduced a self-service express check-in program at major airport locations that promises faster service—or else a $50 credit.
The car rental company just introduced a self-service express check-in program at major airport locations that promises faster service—or else a $50 credit.
June 10, 2008, 8:31 AM
A company staffer says that if you drive fewer than 100 miles, the company's computers automatically charge you for gas.
A company staffer says that if you drive fewer than 100 miles, the company's computers automatically charge you for gas.
May 16, 2008, 11:50 AM
I just returned from a 10-day trip to Italy and I cannot sing the praises of Auto Europe enough. It saved me money, and provided great service.
I just returned from a 10-day trip to Italy and I cannot sing the praises of Auto Europe enough. It saved me money, and provided great service.
May 16, 2008, 9:12 AM
A plea to National Car Rental: Go easy on the so-called air freshener!
A plea to National Car Rental: Go easy on the so-called air freshener!
April 10, 2008, 12:52 PM
I just saved $99 on a car rental. How?
I just saved $99 on a car rental. How?
April 1, 2008, 12:46 PM
Guests at all 18 W Hotels in the United States now have access to a luxury SUV that can take them to restaurants, the theater, and the airport.
Guests at all 18 W Hotels in the United States now have access to a luxury SUV that can take them to restaurants, the theater, and the airport.
January 8, 2008, 10:24 AM
The mayor of Paris is proposing that the city offer about 2,000 electric vehicles for the public and tourists to use.
The mayor of Paris is proposing that the city offer about 2,000 electric vehicles for the public and tourists to use.
December 4, 2007, 11:15 AM
By the end of the year, Orbitz.com and Cheaptickets.com will offer hybrid rental cars from Avis and Budget locations nationwide.
By the end of the year, Orbitz.com and Cheaptickets.com will offer hybrid rental cars from Avis and Budget locations nationwide.
November 29, 2007, 8:30 AM
Hot tips on renting cars from Alex Frankel, author of Punching In and resident undercover Enterprise employee.
Hot tips on renting cars from Alex Frankel, author of Punching In and resident undercover Enterprise employee.
August 6, 2007, 9:48 AM
Offering faster service (meaning you can do most of it yourself), this is surely one to put on your list.
Offering faster service (meaning you can do most of it yourself), this is surely one to put on your list.
August 3, 2007, 2:00 PM
Next time you visit the Big Island, why not skip the fancy resort and hop in a VW camper van?
Next time you visit the Big Island, why not skip the fancy resort and hop in a VW camper van?
June 19, 2007, 4:54 PM
Hertz and Avis are placing bets on hybrids, cars with combination gas-and-electric engines that dramatically increase fuel efficiency and decrease greenhouse gases.
Hertz and Avis are placing bets on hybrids, cars with combination gas-and-electric engines that dramatically increase fuel efficiency and decrease greenhouse gases.
June 19, 2007, 7:07 AM
Our expert advice on how to squeeze in all the beautiful sites—and the best way to get around.
Our expert advice on how to squeeze in all the beautiful sites—and the best way to get around.
April 18, 2007, 12:45 PM
McCarran International Airport opened a new rental-car facility with all its companies in one place—three miles from the airport.
McCarran International Airport opened a new rental-car facility with all its companies in one place—three miles from the airport.
