James Bronzz, WalletHub Analyst
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The best American Express car rental discounts come with The Platinum Card® from American Express car rental benefits. Cardholders get complimentary premium status for Avis, Hertz, and National which entitles them to earn points that can redeemed for rentals, upgrades, and accessories. Cardholders can enroll in the Avis Preferred, Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, and/or National Car Rental Emerald Club Executive programs through the "Benefits Dashboard" in their online accounts.
Other American Express Rental Car Offers:
- Amex Offers:Aside from the premium status benefits that come with the American Express Platinum card, any American Express cardholder can check for available car rental discounts through Amex Offers. You can browse through your offers and see whether any rental discounts are available to you.
- International Avis Discounts & Upgrades: Amex cardholders can get discounts for international Avis rentals and a complimentary one car class upgrade when enrolled, subject to availability.
- Rental Car Insurance: American Express cards also offer plenty of other complimentary benefits, including rental car insurance*. To receive Amex rental car insurance, be sure to pay for the rental using your Amex card and reject the insurance offered by the rental agency.
It also never hurts to ask the rental agent what discounts they offer for Amex cardholders. In general, you should avoid going through third-party sites for car rental discounts, since those likely won’t be as reliable.
*Disclosure: Eligibility and benefit level varies by card. Terms, conditions and limitations apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefits guide for more details. Car Rental Loss & Damage Insurance is underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company. Car Rental Loss or Damage Coverage is offered through American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
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Can I use my American Express credit card points to rent a car?
Yes, you can use your American Express credit card points to rent a car, as long as you make the reservation beforehand. You can choose your rental’s location and date via Amex’s Pay with Points portal. After selecting your preferred rental car, choose “Use only points” or “Use points + card” at checkout.
read full answer by Andrew Norris, MemberWhat are the Amex Platinum card benefits at Hertz?
The American Express Platinum card benefits at Hertz include reduced rates, free upgrades and other privileges on Hertz car rentals. The American Express Platinum card also offers complimentary membership in the Hertz Gold Plus rewards program.
This benefit is part of the Car Rental Privileges program, which also includes Avis and National Car Rental. The perks provided to American Express Platinum card members are subject to each car rental company's terms and conditions (including age restrictions), and require enrollment in each car rental...
read full answer by Nadia Medrano, MemberDoes American Express Platinum cover rental car insurance in Ireland?
No, the American Express Platinum card does not cover rental car insurance in Ireland. Ireland is one of the few countries in the world that most credit cards and personal auto companies just won’t cover.
Other countries that are excluded from the American Express Platinum card’s rental car insurance coverage include Australia, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, and New Zealand.
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