Hertz car rental sun pass

Question

Can someone please advise how this works and how much it costs.

I’ve seen charges like $5 a day but then conflicting advise that it is now done via license plates? Thank you.

Answer

Hertz offers a SunPass option for rental cars in Florida, which is a toll payment system for using Florida’s toll roads. There are a couple of ways the charges work, and it can sometimes be a bit confusing. Let’s break it down:

1. SunPass Device (Traditional Method):

Traditionally, car rental companies like Hertz would offer a physical SunPass device that you can attach to the car's windshield to automatically pay for tolls as you drive. The typical cost for this device is around $5 per day, with a cap at around $20 per rental period (depending on the rental company’s specific terms). This means if you drive for multiple days, you may pay a maximum daily fee, but it will not exceed the daily charge for more than a set number of days.

2. License Plate Tolling (Newer Method):

As of recent updates, many rental car companies, including Hertz, have switched to a system that uses the car's license plate instead of a physical SunPass device. This system is known as "plate pass" or "license plate tolling." With this system, the tolls are automatically billed to your rental account based on the license plate of the car you rented. This system is often more convenient because it removes the need to worry about picking up or attaching a physical device to the car.

The cost of this system is typically a daily charge, around $5 per day (similar to the traditional SunPass option), but it may vary depending on the rental company’s terms. If you drive on toll roads, the tolls will be calculated and charged automatically to your rental account. Be aware that there may be a processing fee in addition to the tolls.

3. What You Need to Know About Fees:

Whether you are using a physical SunPass device or the license plate tolling system, here are a few things to keep in mind:

Daily Fee: The charge for the SunPass system is typically around $5 per day, with a maximum cap on how much you will be charged over the course of your rental.
Toll Costs: In addition to the daily fee, you will also be charged the actual tolls incurred while driving on toll roads. These are the standard toll rates in Florida, which vary by location.
Optional vs. Mandatory: The SunPass option is usually optional, but some rental companies may automatically add it to your rental agreement unless you decline it. Be sure to check the terms when you pick up the car.
Plate Pass Fees: If the license plate tolling system is in place, be aware that there may be additional administrative fees for processing tolls through this system. These fees are typically higher than the standard toll fees.

4. What You Can Do:

If you're concerned about the charges, it’s a good idea to ask the rental desk about how the toll system works for your specific rental. You can also choose not to use the rental company’s toll program and instead pay tolls manually (using cash or a personal SunPass) if you prefer.

In short, both methods are designed to make toll payment more convenient, but the daily fees and costs may vary slightly depending on your rental company’s policies. Make sure to clarify whether the license plate tolling system is in effect and ask for a breakdown of fees when you pick up your car.

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