Empire Rent A Car

Category: Van rental agency in New York

Address: 38-31 43rd St, Queens, NY 11101, USA

Phone: +17184829797

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–12PM

Monday: 8AM–3PM

Tuesday: 8AM–3PM

Wednesday: 8AM–3PM

Thursday: 8AM–3PM

Friday: 8AM–3PM

Saturday: 8AM–3PM

Reviews

Jorge Yanza

Feb 1, 2022

Very good attention excellent service and very good cars

Angel Coton

Oct 27, 2021

This place was so amazing. After I placed my reservation they called me back to confirm the reservation and offered some additional item I needed they were so friendly and made it easy to get my passenger van for my family vacation. I will definitely use them again and again

Anthony R. Calvanico

Oct 18, 2021

Connie is by far the most competent and professional person this company has! She needs to be elevated in status as well as pay! Thank you so much!

Nancy Pop

Sep 30, 2021

These people have the most rude and condescending customer service I have ever dealt with. I have never been spoken to with such disregard and disrespect by somebody, and I spoke with not one but two of their associates. Also, they never had the car that I tried to reserve to begin with. Don't waste your time or your money here -- you'll get the same deal and easier process through Expedia. If I could give them no stars I would. Avoid at all costs.

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Questions & Answers

How cold are your refrigerated truck rentals?

Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2021
Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2021

Our trucks have 0-degree refrigeration technology.

Are cash deposits allowed?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2021

If you want to leave a cash deposit, you must present a valid driver’s license, a local utility bill, and a job ID or a paycheck stub that we can verify.

What audio/visual features do your vehicles have?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2021

Many of our vehicles are equipped with audio/visual systems, namely, either a TV/DVD or a DVD standalone. We do everything in our power to make sure the A/V system is in working order before you leave on your rental.

Do you have any towing restrictions?

Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2021
Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2021

Many of our van rentals and truck rentals are equipped with trailer hitches. If you would like to tow something with your rental, you need to provide our rental agent with the following details: 1. What you are towing 2. The distance you will be towing 3. The gross weight of what you are towing When we have this information, we can help you find the perfect rental to safely tow your load.

What is your weekend rental period?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2021

A weekend rental lasts from either Friday until Monday, or from Saturday until Monday.

Do you have refrigerated rental trucks?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

Yes! Empire Rent A Car provides refrigerated truck rental options that keep cargo fresh for delivery.

What size box trucks do you offer?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

We offer the following: 12′ Box Truck Rental, 16′ Box Truck w/ Ramp, 16′ Box Truck w/ Liftgate, 24′ Box Truck w/ Liftgate, & 26′ Box Truck w/ Liftgate

How are you cleaning your facilities?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

We are also cleaning our facilities frequently with recommended sanitizing products with special attention to entrance doors, office door handles, and customer waiting areas.

Do you offer curbside delivery?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

With curbside delivery, we come to you! In this time of need, we’ll deliver your rental to your home or office.

What types of trailer rentals do you offer?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

We offer several types of trailers including: open trailers, enclosed trailers, dump trailers, and motorcycles trailers.

What are some perks of renting with Empire?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

When you rent a suburban from Empire Rent a Car, you know that you’ll get a quality vehicle. However, what you may not know is that you also get the following perks: - Unrestricted travel - Incredible customer service - Pickup and delivery services (call for details) - Flexible payment options (cash, debit card, or credit card) - And much more!

Do you have late/overtime fees?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

All rental vehicles are calculated by a 24-hour clock. We have a one-hour grace period, but if you exceed the 24-hour period by more than one hour, then an hourly late charge will apply, starting from the first late hour, and accumulating until you reach the daily rate. When the total late fee reaches the additional day rate, you will be charged an additional day.

Do you require a deposit?

Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020
Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

Deposits must be left when making the reservation or at the time of pick up of your vehicle. The amount of the deposit is based on the length of the rental and the destination. It is also dependent on the CDW deductible that the customer chooses. If he/she selects a higher deductible on the vehicle, a higher deposit will be taken, in addition to the amount of the rental.

Do you offer rental vehicles for Uber, Lyft, or other ride-sharing services?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

Yes! We offer affordable and quality TLC cars for rent. For your ride-sharing service, you can select from our economy car rentals or midsize car rental options.

What are you trailer rental options?

Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020
Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

We offer both enclosed and open trailer options. Our enclosed trailers are available in the following sizes: 4x6, 5x8, 6x10, 6x12, 7x14, and 7x16. Our open trailers are available in the following sizes: 5x8, 6x12, and 7x12.

Do you offer midsize and large SUV rentals?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

Yes!

Do you have Jeep Wranglers available for rent?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

Yes, we do!

Will my credit card or debit card be charged when I enter the information online?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

No. Your credit card or debit card will only be charged, once you speak with a representative from our company to finalize your reservation and to discuss the best possible rate.

How do we deal with toll roads?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 14, 2020

We offer an EZ Pass that will allow our drivers to go through tolls without fees, so that you don’t have to worry about accruing any violation fines. You can login at One Pass Tolls or call their phone number (877) 691-7277 and put in your rental dates and rental agreements to find out how much your toll fees are. We offer this to our customers for only $7.95/day plus the cost of the toll.

Are you open on Sunday?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019

Yes! Our hours are 8:00am - 2:00pm on Sundays

Can I make a reservation online?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019

Yes! https://reservations.empirerac.com/

I’d like to get a trailer rental; can I tow it with my own vehicle?

Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019
Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019

If your vehicle is powerful enough to handle the trailer and is equipped with the appropriate hitches, then you can certainly use your own vehicle. Simply contact us at (800) 750-8782, and we can discuss it. Many of our van rentals and truck rentals can tow the trailers, as well, so you can get one of those if your vehicle doesn’t work.

Do I need to buy car rental insurance from you? How do I make sure I am covered for my car rental?

Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019
Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019

No, you don’t have to buy our insurance if you’re already covered by some other plan. Many automobile insurance policies that you already have for yourself or your business cover a “like” vehicle. So, if you own a car or minivan, you could rent a car or minivan and still be covered. Many credit cards companies even offer free car rental insurance as a perk. Please check to make sure you are covered. If you’re not, we offer Collision Damage Waiver and other forms of insurance that will help protect you from any mishaps.

Why do I have to pay such high tax rates on my rental vehicle?

Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019
Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019

In addition to the sales tax rate that will be added to the cost of a rental vehicle, there is a passenger car rental tax rate that is set at 11%. This tax rate is in effect no matter what kind of vehicle is being rented. The car rental tax is not in the company’s control and is government imposed. To read more about this taxation visit the following site: http://www.tax.ny.gov/bus/st/subject.htm.

If I’m flying into the JFK or LaGuardia airports, how can I get to my car?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019

We offer affordable and convenient pickup and delivery services for our airport rental cars. Contact us for more information.

What is DEF I've seen you mention it on the website?

Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019
Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019

EF refers to diesel exhaust fluid, which is a special type of fluid that diesel vehicles consume. There is a daily fee of $1 per day as a refueling charge. This is something that the customers cannot refill, but it is refilled by the rental office.

Do you rent to drivers under age of 25?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019

Yes. As mandated by the state of New York, you must be at least 18 years of age to rent. Any renter ages 18 to 21 will be charged an additional “Young Renters Fee” of $57 per day. Any renter ages 22 to 24 will be charged an additional “Young Renters Fee” of $20 per day.

I am a new driver. I need a car for two days. How much have to pay?

Dibakar Banik | Oct 15, 2019
Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019

Please contact us for rates: https://www.empirerac.com/contact/

Can I rent a vehicle from one location and drop it off at another location?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019

Yes. We offer drop off service if you pick up your vehicle at one of our Empire Rent A Car locations and wish to return it at another Empire Rent A Car location within New York State.

What types of payment does Empire Rent A Car accept?

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Empire Rent A Car | Oct 15, 2019

For your convenience, we accept all major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

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