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As of 2/12/14: We've had quite a few "Hey, come use this AWD. It's great" type of posts. When the AWD doesn't give a good discount, but is only posted to try to get renters to use the AWD of someone so the poster can earn free days from their Avis Corporate account. From here out, please put the company/trade group/etc that's associated with the AWD or we'll delete the post to keep it on-topic here.

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Feb 6, 2017, 1:43 pm

#4066

lint4242

Join Date: Feb 2017

Posts: 2

I am trying to book a car in May for LAX. I have been reading quite a bit in this thread noting that the Bombadier codes they usually check for ID. If I am checked, can I just give them one that is valid (like Costco) and they will change it on the spot and it is good? Thanks for your help!

Feb 6, 2017, 3:18 pm

#4067

AutoSlash

Company Representative - AutoSlash and HotelSlash

Join Date: Jun 2006

Location: autoslash.com | hotelslash.com

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lint4242

There is no code that is more or less likely to get checked when you're using a corporate code you're not authorized for. If the agent is going to check they are going to check regardless if it says ABC Corp Employees or XYZ Corp Employees. Think about it logically.... It's not like they're going to say, "Hmm... This guys looks like he could work for Microsoft, but I just don't see him being a Bombardier guy, so I better make sure."

And no, at that point, the jig is up. You've lost. You can't just switch to the Costco code. Either pay the walk-up rate or literally walk with your tail between your legs. There are so many legitimate ways to get a great rate, why bother taking a chance using a discount you're not authorized for?

Last edited by AutoSlash; Feb 6, 2017 at 6:27 pm

Feb 6, 2017, 6:01 pm

#4068

lint4242

Join Date: Feb 2017

Posts: 2

Quote:

Originally Posted by AutoSlash

There is no code that is more or less likely to get checked when you're using a corporate code you're not authorized for. If the agent is going to check they are going to check regardless if it says ABC Corp Employees or XYZ Corp Employees. Think about it logically.... It's not like they're going to say, "Hmm... This guys looks like he could work for Microsoft, but I just don't see him being a Bombardier guys, so I better make sure."

And no, at that point, the jig is up. You've lost. You can't just switch to the Costco code. Either pay the walk-up rate or literally walk with your tail between your legs. There are so many legitimate ways to get a great rate, why bother taking a chance using a discount you're not authorized for?

Thanks, that is what I needed to hear. I am going to be paying about $50 more using a code I am authorized for but that is still better than paying hundreds more when they likely deny my code at the counter.

Feb 6, 2017, 6:29 pm

#4069

AutoSlash

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lint4242

Rates change all the time. Even if you have the best rate available today, there may be something better tomorrow. Best to keep checking use the link below to track it. You may find that you can do even better than the corporate code, assuming that you have a bit of time before your pickup date.

Feb 8, 2017, 8:45 pm

#4070

MNSWEEps

Join Date: Dec 2004

Location: Los Angeles California

Posts: 1,395

Quote:

Originally Posted by AutoSlash

The discount code used at costcotravel.com is A108326. What makes you think B270898 is a Costco discount code?

B270898 is not working ....I get the low rates but when I pick the car selection, I get "The rate code you entered requires an Avis World Wide Discount (AWD) number. Please go back and enter your AWD number or remove the rate code you entered."

I am only entering B270898 as the AWD code and other fields are empty.

Feb 11, 2017, 8:05 am

#4071

jhschlak

Join Date: Oct 2006

Posts: 2

Quote:

Originally Posted by AutoSlash

I will be in Germany in May and trying to get the best price on Avis. Would I be better off trying to book through the German Avis web site or the US site? Maybe specific codes exist for the German site? It seems I cannot use any of the US coupon codes and apply to my rental at the Munich airport location.
Thanks,
Jeff

Feb 11, 2017, 8:27 am

#4072

AutoSlash

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jhschlak

Best to check with US and German sites as prices can vary widely. US coupons won't work outside US/CA/MX/PR. There are some deals on the Avis German website here (English translation). You can also use the links below to request a quote from AutoSlash.

Feb 11, 2017, 8:29 am

#4073

jhschlak

Join Date: Oct 2006

Posts: 2

Quote:

Originally Posted by AutoSlash

Hi and thanks for the reply. I did request a quote from autoslash yesterday, but no Avis quotes. Any reason why?
Thanks,
Jeff

Feb 12, 2017, 7:37 pm

#4074

WAYWARD

Join Date: Feb 2017

Programs: Qantas

Posts: 1

Any thoughts on how safe this is to use at JNB airport?

E888804

Feb 12, 2017, 10:59 pm

#4075

SuperFlyBoy

Join Date: Sep 2005

Location: BOM-SIN-EWR

Programs: UA*G (1K again), Sixt Plat, *was*: SQ QPP01 & SK EBS/EBG, LH SEN, AA EXP, 9wPlat

Posts: 8,606

Any guidance for Changi/SIN?

Tried AutoSlash, but only got normal vehicles with Sixt - need a minivan of sorts...

Feb 13, 2017, 2:16 am

#4076

pititom

Join Date: Dec 2009

Location: CDG

Programs: More shiny with hotels than airlines.

Posts: 184

Quote:

Originally Posted by WAYWARD

Any thoughts on how safe this is to use at JNB airport?

E888804

I used it there. Keys ready, no questions asked, nice upgrade. I also seamlessly extended my original rental at the same (very good) price from a local station (Sandton).

Feb 13, 2017, 4:59 am

#4077

AutoSlash

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Quote:

Originally Posted by SuperFlyBoy

Any guidance for Changi/SIN?

Tried AutoSlash, but only got normal vehicles with Sixt - need a minivan of sorts...

Because of the deeply discounted rates we offer, your initial search may return limited or no results for some locations because of our supplier agreements. Just go to www.autoslash.com/quote to submit your rental details, and we’ll reply back in 15 minutes or less with the best discounted rates we can find across all companies.

Feb 17, 2017, 2:23 pm

#4078

cesco.g

FlyerTalk Evangelist

Join Date: Oct 1999

Posts: 11,468

I made an AVIS reservation with Autoshlash. How do you I get the AA miles?
Just submit my AA# at the rental counter?

Feb 18, 2017, 9:36 am

#4079

Fuer

Join Date: Feb 2017

Posts: 6

International Driving Permit

hihi can i check if an International Driving Permit is required for car rental in California?

thx!

Feb 18, 2017, 10:10 am

#4080

AutoSlash

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Fuer

hihi can i check if an International Driving Permit is required for car rental in California?

thx!

The State of California does not recognize an International Driving Permit (IDP) as a valid driver license. California does recognize a valid driver license that is issued by a foreign jurisdiction (country, state, territory) of which the license holder is a resident. The IDP is only a translation of information contained on a person's foreign driver license and is not required to operate a motor vehicle in California.

http://www.dmv.ca.gov/dl/dl_info.htm#international