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darthbimmer Sep 28, 2021 11:15 am

I rented at SEA a few weeks ago with no documentation check. I've rented from other stations in May, June, and July also with no checks-- but it's unclear if checks are rolling out gradually after the email warning that started appearing months ago.

MiscMel70 Sep 28, 2021 1:41 pm


Originally Posted by GW McLintock (Post 33343037)
I rented in SLC last month and there was no check -- in fact, the exit booth guy was from a third-party security company and I think he just checked my license. I just noticed that my confirmation email for that rental had this verbiage as well.

I keep my insurance card with my company logo on it, so I hope that is adequate. It is sufficient at a local museum that gives employees and their guests free admission.

-J.

Yes. I just rented from SLC 2 weeks ago and no check...and rentals were going for $500/day because ALL the companies were sold out. Fortunately, I booked months ago and got a good rate. Rented 4 days later in LAS and no check there either.

BillH1980 Sep 28, 2021 1:49 pm

No problem with AWD so far
 
I have used the corporate AWD code for 35 years before retiring 5 years ago. I still use the code. I didn't have any checks at SAN or RNO in the last several weeks. I added an old company ID to my travel backpack just in case. Thanks for the warning. I haven't received any warning emails. I checked the terms and conditions for the discount code and didn't find anything about being an active employee or former employee.

TDV Oct 1, 2021 8:19 pm

I was not asked for my work ID when I went to the counter at the IAD location.

MileageAddict Oct 2, 2021 7:51 am

No issues or request for ID proof for discount at the ATL location.

IAHtraveler Oct 3, 2021 12:41 pm

BNA has bold signs on the booth windows that anyone using an AWD needs to have proof of validity. They didn't require me to show my business card when I picked up my car recently.

HoKo Oct 21, 2021 4:31 pm

Anyone with recent DP's at TPA?

GW McLintock Oct 21, 2021 4:54 pm

Heh... I found my Avis PC card with the company name on it from when the contract switched to Avis. That'll be helpful since I don't travel with my company ID :)

-J.

Lomapaseo Oct 21, 2021 6:44 pm


Originally Posted by GW McLintock (Post 33664224)
Heh... I found my Avis PC card with the company name on it from when the contract switched to Avis. That'll be helpful since I don't travel with my company ID :)

-J.

Don't bet on it :)

I ran across an Avis at Leesburg, fl, that read about just what you're proposing and they decided on their own to demand proof of current employment. I wonder how far this will go where the company contract also includes personal travel

GW McLintock Oct 21, 2021 8:10 pm


Originally Posted by Lomapaseo (Post 33664435)
Don't bet on it :)

I ran across an Avis at Leesburg, fl, that read about just what you're proposing and they decided on their own to demand proof of current employment. I wonder how far this will go where the company contract also includes personal travel

Wow... good to know. :rolleyes: If they can't take their own documents then what's the point?

I guess I'll keep my insurance card with me, even though I'm not even on that plan anymore. Maybe I should just email my employee travel department and have them write me a letter :rolleyes: What a joke.


Dear Rogue Avis Empl:rolleyes:yee,

Please be advised that GW McLintock works for XXX Corporation and is entitled to your ........ discount.

:rolleyes:,

XXX Corporation
-J.

El_Chiflero Oct 22, 2021 1:39 pm

These shenanigans were enough for me to use my AA Plat status and get status matched to National for Executive Elite status. I've been much happier with them since I made the switch.

HoKo Oct 22, 2021 2:07 pm

Do things continue to run smoothly for Preferred Members when using airport locations that have the skip-the-counter boards?

Lomapaseo Oct 22, 2021 2:52 pm


Originally Posted by HoKo (Post 33666684)
Do things continue to run smoothly for Preferred Members when using airport locations that have the skip-the-counter boards?


So far yes, but I would be happy to hear from those that had problems there

guv1976 Oct 22, 2021 3:19 pm

As an alumnus, I'm entitled to use my alma mater's contract "leisure" rate when renting from Avis, Budget, and Hertz. I've never been asked for ID, but I'm hoping that my class ring -- with my name engraved in it -- will suffice. If not, I guess I'll have to start traveling with a copy of my college transcript!​​​

HoKo Oct 26, 2021 10:06 am


Originally Posted by HoKo (Post 33666684)
Do things continue to run smoothly for Preferred Members when using airport locations that have the skip-the-counter boards?


Originally Posted by Lomapaseo (Post 33666775)
So far yes, but I would be happy to hear from those that had problems there

Ditto.

I guess no news is good news


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