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A better way to rent a car

We make cars accessible for all your plans, big and small. Get on your way fast with self-service pick-up and drop-off at our car sharing locations near where you live, work and travel.

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Borrow or share. We make it simple.

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Avail makes it easy for you to be spontaneous or plan ahead. Just book a car, grab the keys and go — no lines, no waiting.

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Share your car with vetted drivers on Avail and get guaranteed weekly income. Simply list your car and drop off the keys — we handle everything from there so the money you earn is truly passive.

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The benefits of Avail

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Allstate insurance
Every trip is protected by Allstate insurance and includes 24/7 roadside assistance.
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Seamless sharing
Use our self-service key boxes for pick-up and drop-off. We’ll handle the rest, from cleaning to payments.
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Wide selection of cars
From sedans to SUVs, we have a range of vehicles available for short- and long-term borrowing.
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Fair pricing
Affordable daily rates. We don't charge extra for a second driver or drivers under 25.
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Graphic of a hand holding a shield emblazoned with a dollar sign
Allstate insurance
Every trip is protected by Allstate insurance and includes 24/7 roadside assistance.
Graphic of two cars on a circle
Seamless sharing
Use our self-service key boxes for pick-up and drop-off. We’ll handle the rest, from cleaning to payments.
Graphic of a car
Wide selection of cars
From sedans to SUVs, we have a range of vehicles available for short- and long-term borrowing.
Graphic of a dollar sign
Fair pricing
Affordable daily rates. We don't charge extra for a second driver or drivers under 25.

Read our reviews

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Avail always takes care of me and my car! Love this service.
Erika V.
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From the pricing to the ease of access including quickest service I have ever gotten from renting a car. Best experience ever!!!!
Bran W.
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The best car rental experience I’ve ever had!! You can’t go wrong with Avail.
Cassandra S.
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Avail always takes care of me and my car! Love this service.
Erika V.
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From the pricing to the ease of access including quickest service I have ever gotten from renting a car. Best experience ever!!!!
Bran W.
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The best car rental experience I’ve ever had!! You can’t go wrong with Avail.
Cassandra S.

Frequently asked questionsFAQ

What is Avail and how does it work?
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Avail simplifies access to car sharing. All cars are owned by real, local people, but we take care of the car exchange, cleaning, inspection and insurance process so it’s easier for the borrower and the owner of the car.

Avail makes it easy to borrow or share a car at any of our neighborhood locations across Chicago and Denver.

Where do I pick up and drop off my vehicle?
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Avail is located in neighborhoods throughout Chicago and Denver. Choose the sharing location most convenient for you — this is where you'll pick up and drop off your car.

What's required to drive an Avail car?
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All drivers must be 21 or older and have a valid U.S. driver's license (probationary and provisional licenses are not accepted), a clean driving record and a valid credit card to book a reservation (debit cards are not accepted).

How close to my desired pick-up time can I book a car?
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We require bookings and modifications to be made at least 4 hours in advance of pick-up. This helps give our staff time to prepare your vehicle.

Is insurance provided?
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Yes, all Avail drivers are covered by Allstate insurance complete with access to roadside assistance and 24/7 customer support. This insurance is excess over any other insurance that a borrower may have. Additional fees may apply.

For questions about whether your personal auto policy or credit card policy may apply, please contact your insurance provider or a licensed insurance agent.

Is there a daily mileage limit?
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Total trip mileage is limited to 150 miles per day. That means a 3-day trip is allowed up to 450 total miles before incurring a fee of an extra $0.50 per mile. We calculate total mileage by looking at the odometer before and after your trip.

Does Avail charge any extra fees?
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Avail charges a general insurance fee. Avail doesn’t charge extra fees for drivers under 25 years old, adding a second driver or canceling your trip before the reservation start time.

You may be charged fees or fines if you break our Borrower Rules and Guidelines, including for smoking or vaping, bringing a pet (service animals are accepted), damaging the vehicle, unauthorized drivers, excessive wear and tear and returning the car with less gas than was provided at pick up.

How does Avail make sure a car is safe?
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Cars must be less than 10 years old and have fewer than 125,000 miles to be shared on Avail. To maintain our safety standards, we only accept vehicles that have an automatic transmission, no open recalls, no major cosmetic damage and no significant interior or exterior damage.

Can I add a second driver to my reservation?
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Yes. After your booking is confirmed, have them create an Avail account and upload their driver’s license, then contact our support team via chat or SMS. We will then add that person to your reservation. It’s free to add a second driver.

How do I book a car with four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive?
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We can’t guarantee a vehicle will have all-wheel drive, but since we only offer cars that are less than 10 years old, many of our SUVs come equipped. If you’d like to borrow a car with four-wheel drive, just reserve a midsize or large SUV and then chat Avail support with your preference. We will do our best to fulfill your request.

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