03-09-2023
09:25 AM
03-09-2023
09:25 AM
@TomDivelbs wrote:
Thank you for taking the time to respond. Obviously, I regret using Budget, as they are holding me responsible for a tire I did not damage. Regardless, I like your suggestion of setting up a frequent account with a rental car company. My company arranged this prior to retiring and I always got superior and quick service. I am curious if you have a company or two you feel provide good prices and service? Thanks again.
I use Costco rental cars which include Alamo, Avis, Budget, and Enterprise and then I will use Hertz direct.
I get a bigger discount through Costco than I would benefit from the extra points so I don't use the partner programs for rental cars. I probably prioritize them last out of this group for minor issues but I've never had anything like you are describing.
Budget would usually be included among the major brands, so I think you are unfortunately having an unexpected experience with them.
The tire thing is strange, I don't know what the damage was it might have happened while you were driving or its possible they aired it up right before they gave it to you, it would be difficult to know without more information on what the damage was to the tire.
$800+ sounds like a lot though.
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