I agree with the problem of the capricious blackout periods. Ski season. Golf season. Summer (six weeks nationally). I could understand a special event during a week or weekend, but these long blackouts are not customer freindly.

For perspective and dramatic comparison, I was able to use my Hertz #1 points on a three day rental (off-peak points, no less) in Indianapolis the weekend of the Indy 500. And the #1 points aren't limited to weekends, certain car classes and don't expire in six months.

While I appreciate that Avis has attempted to deliver a "loyalty" program, it still needs a lot of work to be competitive and meaningful.