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can you buy a sunpass to use with a rental car

by Renee Ebert Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago

Can you buy a SunPass to use with a rental car? Yes, you may use your SunPass transponder when renting a vehicle as long as you add the rental vehicle and license plate information to your SunPass account. Click to see full answer.

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Do you have to pay for SunPass when renting a car?

At Dollar and Thrifty, if you don't get the transponder at the time of rental and end up on a toll road, you not only pay for the transponder and the tolls but get charged a $15 administrative fee for each toll, with a $90 cap per rental. Not all companies charge high fees. Secondly, can I use my SunPass Mini in another car?

Can the SunPass transponder be used in a rental car?

If you travel frequently and often find yourself renting a car, the SunPass Transponder can and will carry you from vehicle to vehicle. Plus, you can always remove it and save it for the next time you find yourself needing to use one!

Can I use my SunPass Mini in another car?

Secondly, can I use my SunPass Mini in another car? The SunPass Mini is a sticker about the size and width of a credit card that sticks directly to your windshield. It is permanent and cannot be moved from one vehicle to another.

How much does the SunPass cost?

The SunPass Portable Transponder costs $19.99 plus tax and the SunPass Mini Transponder costs $4.99 plus tax. All units allow motorists to have tolls electronically deducted from a Prepaid Account.

Can you use SunPass with a rental car?

Bring a transponder from home Florida's SunPass can also be used on toll roads in Georgia and North Carolina. If you do bring your own transponder, just be sure the transponder in the rental car is turned off. Snap a photo in case the rental car company charges you anyway.

How do I add a rental car to my SunPass account?

It is strongly recommended that SunPass customers access their accounts to add a rental vehicle for the rental period. You can go to SunPass.com and add the license plate of the rental vehicle to your account, along with the start and end dates you plan to use the rental.

Do rental cars have to pay tolls in Florida?

Most major rental car companies offer their customers the option of paying tolls with the credit/debit card used to rent the vehicle. These rental car customers can use Florida's toll roads and not worry about carrying cash or stopping to pay for tolls.

Can I use my E-ZPass transponder in a rental car in Florida?

Can I use my E-ZPass in a rental car in Florida? Yes you can, it will work on Central Florida Expressway Authority roads (shown on the above map) where you will incur Central Florida Expressway Authority's local toll rates that will be automatically deducted from your E-ZPass account.

Do you have to pay tolls in a rental car?

Car Rental Information Some companies will include toll charges in your bill, others will require you to pay toll charges yourself. If you are required to pay the toll charge yourself, it can be done before you travel.

Which is better SunPass or E-PASS?

For the most part, E-PASS and SunPass are interchangeable, functioning equally and registering identical rates on any toll road in the state. Signs on state roads are lying when they say “SunPass Only.” E-PASS, Lee County's transponder and transponders from other states are valid as well.

How much does a SunPass cost?

How much does it cost to purchase a SunPass transponder? The SunPass PRO transponder costs $14.95 plus tax and the SunPass Mini transponder costs $4.99 plus tax. Both units allow customers to have tolls electronically deducted from a prepaid account.

What happens if I don't have a SunPass?

If you don't have SunPass, photos will be snapped of your license plate as you pass under the toll gantries at toll plazas. Bills for tolls will be sent to the registered owner of the vehicle. But you'll pay 25 cents more at each toll and a monthly service charge, probably a few bucks, if pay tolls this way.

How do tourists pay tolls in Florida?

Visitor Toll Pass is a temporary toll tag you can use in a rental car to pay tolls electronically while traveling on any toll road throughout Florida. Visitor Toll Pass™ is free to reserve and allows you to pay the lowest toll rate throughout Florida with no additional fees.

How much is a SunPass at Publix?

The SunPass PRO will cost $14.95, plus tax. You can purchase the SunPass PRO at CVS Pharmacies, Walgreens, Publix, and the Mid-Bay Bridge Administration Office in Niceville, Florida. You can also buy the new transponder online or by calling 888-TOLL-FLA (888-865-5352).

Does E-PASS work for SunPass?

SunPass PRO is a portable transponder that works in Florida, Georgia and everywhere E-ZPass is accepted.

Can two cars use one transponder?

Can I use my transponder in other vehicles? Yes, you may transfer a transponder between vehicles as long as they are of the same vehicle class. There are penalties for using a transponder in a different vehicle class (i.e. Car transponder in a tractor- trailer.)

Who retains the service fees for toll road?

The service fees are retained by the vendor, not the toll road agency. Rental agencies or their associated third-party vendors will assess the fees in your rental agreement to collect the toll (s).

Is a Penske truck pre-enrolled?

Every Penske truck is pre-enrolled, no advance commitment/contract required. Renters/Lessees are expected to have a valid active SunPass or use CASH Lanes. This is a VIOLATION AVOIDANCE PROGRAM. All tolls paid by Rent A Toll (RTL) if the transponder is invalid, not read or not in vehicle.

Can you use a Sunpass in a rental car?

SunPass customers can use their transponders in a rental vehicle and have their tolls applied to their prepaid accounts. For those without a SunPass or another accepted transponder, most rental car companies offer programs that allow their customers to include tolls in the rental agreement.

Can I pay tolls with a credit card in Florida?

Most major rental car companies offer their customers the option of paying tolls with the credit/debit card used to rent the vehicle. These rental car customers can use Florida’s toll roads and not worry about carrying cash or stopping to pay for tolls.

How to add another vehicle to Sunpass?

To add a vehicle, please log in to your SunPass account and select “Transponders and Vehicles”, then select “Add Another Vehicle”. Use the earliest transaction date (not postdate) reflected on your Toll Invoice as the Effective Start Date. Follow the prompts to pay your tolls at the discounted SunPass rate.

What is a sunpass?

SunPass is the electronic Prepaid Toll Program operated by Florida's Turnpike Enterprise under the Florida Department of Transportation. By becoming a SunPass customer, you will always pay the lowest toll rate in Florida and save an average of 25% on your tolls when compared to cash and TOLL-BY-PLATE customers.

What happens if SunPass is rejected?

If the account has a negative balance, SunPass is unable to close the account until a payment is made and the account balance is set to zero dollars.

How to report duplicate charges on Sunpass?

To report duplicate charges, customers can submit a request through the website or mobile app, visit a Walk-in Center, mail to Florida Department of Transportation/SunPass, P.O. Box 447, Ocoee, FL 34761, fax to 1-888-265-1725, or the call the SunPass Customer Service Center at 1-888-TOLL-FLA (1-888-865-5352) .

How to change payment method on Sunpass?

To change your payment information, log in to your SunPass account, click on “Manage Payment Methods” from the left side menu, then click edit to update, and click “Submit” at the bottom of the page to save .

Where to mount Sunpass Pro?

SunPass PRO and SunPass Mini will need to be mounted to the inside of your vehicle’s windshield. Position the transponder to the right or left of the rearview mirror. If the windshield has a solar tint strip, install the transponder at least 2 inches below the strip.

Where does the Sunpass transponder work?

It depends on where you are planning to travel. If you already have a SunPass transponder, it will continue to work throughout Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina. If you plan to travel to the Northeast or West to Illinois and want non-stop travel you will need to upgrade to the SunPass PRO.

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