Triple A the American Automobile Association (AAA) is not just good for roadside assistance or a tow if your car won’t start or you end up with a flat on the highway or freeway. While majority of Americans most definitely pull that AAA card out of the wallet and dial the number on the back, mostly in the case of an accident or breakdown, your Triple A card will come in use even when your car is in the shop, or if you’re traveling out of town, or even country. Renting a car to get around is the easiest and best option, and when you’re a Triple A member, you get additional perks from certain car rental companies. What’s more, you’ll find that some car rental locations at airports have special AAA member-only lines too! At present, Thrifty and Hertz are officially tied up with AAA and this means that members get a discount on car rental services. The promotions run by the car rental agencies change and can also differ from location to location. But for sure, you will get a certain amount or percentage discount when you flash your AAA membership card! In addition to a flat percentage off (at least 10% and up to 20% on domestic car rentals), free use of a car seat or booster seat, discounted rental of GPS systems, and no extra charge for additional drivers with AAA membership, and free unlimited mileage are some of the perks one can look forward to.

Getting a membership for the American Automobile Association, AAA, better known as and referred to as Triple A, is something most motorists and car owners consider. This not for profit organization is a federation of motor clubs, and has its presence in North America. The Triple A also has international affiliates in various countries, which means that its members gets reciprocal services while traveling to those countries, and when visitors come to the United States, they too can avail of services. Triple A provides a number of valuable services to its members, the best known of which is perhaps roadside assistance and towing services for when a car breaks down or a driver gets into an accident. However, the Triple A actually offers a whole slew of services, including issuing International Driving Permits in the U.S, and also provides road maps, travel guides and publications, and hotel and restaurant ratings to its members. Having a Triple A membership also means one can get some good discounts on car rental services. And given its involvement in reviewing and rating dining establishments and places to stay, you can even avail of discounts on hotels and restaurants with your Triple A card! Some of the well-known and reputed car rental agencies offer special discounts for Triple A members, over and above their regular offers.