Canadians can rent cars through Uber starting Tuesday. Here’s how it works
Posted May 8, 2023 1:52 pm.
Last Updated May 8, 2023 1:53 pm.
Uber Rent is coming to Canada.
Uber, the well-known ride-hailing company, says that starting Tuesday, Canadians can rent a car from companies including Avis, Hertz or Budget directly through the Uber mobile app.
A spokesperson said the new function will provide a seamless way to rent a car when people need a vehicle to “head out of town, run an errand, or take a weekend getaway.”
The company already offers the Uber Rent service in the U.S. and the U.K. The costs of renting a car through Uber are unclear, with a spokesperson saying it will vary.
The current price of Uber Rent in the U.S. depends on the time a user will be renting, car size (such as SUV), and market seasonality.
“By using the Uber app, you can view and compare current prices from several popular rental companies in one place to conveniently choose the option that fits your needs,” Uber’s website states.
How Uber Rent works
Canadians can access this function through their Uber app by selecting the “Rental Cars” icon (you’ll need to create an account or sign in with your login credentials first).
They’ll be prompted to enter an address where your rental car pickup/dropoff will be near and the times and dates that your reservation will start and end.
App users will have the opportunity to browse vehicles and compare prices. Canadians can pay in advance or at the rental location.
When a reservation is over, the user must return the vehicle to the selected location.
According to Uber’s website, users can rent a car for as little as an hour, but a daily fee will be applied. You can also reserve a rental vehicle for up to six months.
