So I have a car rental (made directly with Hertz) for a vacation I am going on that won't bill until the beginning of November. Normally I would always use the CSR but with the decrease in points going to 1x for car rentals I am trying to figure out IF I should use an alternative card. Looking at my options that I have that earn more than 1x, it seems like C1VX which offers 2x and Primary Rental Car coverage would be the best alternative to change to. Also have Amex Plat, Gold and Hyatt Chase (that offers 2x) but they offer Secondary coverage.

What's everyone else using for car rental charges made directly with the rental companies (after 10/26)?