Earlier this year, my roommate and I rented a car as a result of a special through Thrillist, drove to Queens and shopped in a grocery store that had more than 10 aisles and chicken didn’t cost 8 bucks a pound. It was glorious.
While I’d love to do this again, to me it’s not worth it unless there is a special. Enter Connect by Hertz. Connect by Hertz is a pay as you go membership club. Regardless if you are a current or new member, this month, Smart Car rates are only $2 an hour and include unlimited mileage. There is no special promo code to get this deal.
Connect by Hertz offers three membership types -
- Connect Membership: $50 annual fee. Regular rates start at $10 per hour or $70 per day. Smart Car rates are $2 per hour or $48 a day for the month of March.
- Connect 50 Membership: $50 monthly fee, no annual fee. Regular rates start at $9 per hour or $63 per day. Smart Car rates are $2 per hour or $48 a day for the month of March.
- Connect 125 Membership: $125 monthly fee, no annual fee. Regular rates start at $8.50 per hour or $59.50 per day. Smart Car rates are $2 per hour or $48 a day for the month of March.
Before signing up for a membership, check if your building or employer offers a discount. My building for example, waives the membership fee. To find a garage near you, click here. Just remember, Smart Cars aren’t huge, so a trip to Ikea may be out of the question..
Another big problem in New York City is getting a rental car long term and for drivers under 25. Companies like Zip Car and Hertz are jumping on the car sharing band wagon putting together car sharing possibilities for New Yorkers. Also New to the Block is Jolly Wheels Rent A Car who specializes in Private car rentals and car sharing, save a bundle if your rental exceeds 24 hours.
http://young-driver-car-rental.yolasite.com/