Join Zipcar and Earn 500 Amtrak Points + $50 Driving Credit

Now through July 31, 2009, get 500 Amtrak Guest Rewards bonus points and a $50 free driving credit when you join Zipcar.

Imagine a car right outside your door that can be yours at a moment's notice for a few hours or the entire day. Imagine a Zipcard that's your key to thousands of cars worldwide, including hundreds right here in the Bay Area. Imagine saving more than $500/month and still getting to enjoy all the benefits of having a car, plus bonus points added to your account. With Zipcar you have access to hybrids, MINIs, pickup trucks and more. All with gas, insurance and 180 miles per day included. And once you’re registered, you start earning points with every driving dollar you spend. Click here to sign up and enter promotion code ZipAGR2009 when you apply.

Rent a Hybrid at SFO and Save $15

San Francisco International has launched the nation's first Green Rental Car program that rewards customers for renting "green" alternative-fueled vehicles. Customers who rent a hybrid at SFO from a participating rental car agency will receive a $15 discount at the counter. According to the flysfo website, it is estimated that more than 4,000 tons of CO2 emissions per year will be eliminated through the implementation of this program.

Participating car rental companies are: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Fox, Hertz, National and Thrify. Click here for more information.

Finding "Green" Rental Cars Made Easy

The demand for fuel-efficient, environmentally-friendly rental cars continues to rise, just as the price of gas continues to pinch consumers wallets. The larger car rental companies such as Avis, Hertz and Enterprise all offer "green" vehicles, but availability can vary from city-to-city, as traditional cars make up a larger portion of the overall rental fleet in most cities.

Not the case with EV Rental Cars. Established in 1998, EV Rental Cars was the first company to offer a fleet of all-environmental hybrid-electric vehicles. These cars often get more than 55 miles per gallon, compared to traditional rental cars which average 15-25 mpg. Now drivers have the ability to reduce air pollution while saving money at the pump. As an added bonus, Hybrid vehicles are permitted to drive in the Carpool lane throughout California.

Visit www.evrental.com for more information and to book your next car rental.