Apple has added a new travel perk for Apple Card users who rent cars through Hertz.
Apple Card holders now earn 3% Daily Cash back when paying for Hertz rentals using Apple Pay (either in the Hertz app or on Hertz.com).
In addition, through a dedicated Apple Card → Hertz offer page, cardholders receive extra Hertz rental benefits (fulfilled by Hertz):
- Free emergency roadside service
- Discounted Loss Damage Waiver (LDW/CDW) — $16.95 per day (plus tax)
- Free additional driver at pickup
- At least 5% off Pay Later base rates
You can access the offer here (this specific link is required to unlock the extra benefits):
https://apple.co/apple-card-hertz
Requirements
- Use Apple Pay at checkout. (Using the Apple Card number without Apple Pay will not trigger 3% Daily Cash.)
- Book through the Apple/Hertz landing page (booking directly on Hertz.com without the link will not include the additional benefits).
Why This Matters
The Apple Card does not include rental car insurance as a built-in benefit. Some cardholders may not have premium travel cards that provide primary rental coverage, or they may not have personal auto insurance. In those cases, being able to add LDW at a discounted rate instead of paying the full counter price can be a meaningful savings.
For a no-annual-fee card, this adds practical value:
- 3% Daily Cash back
- Lower-cost rental coverage option
- A free additional driver
- Roadside assistance available
Where Else You Can Earn 3% With Apple Card
Hertz joins Apple’s existing group of 3% Daily Cash partners, which includes merchants like Apple, Walgreens, Uber, Nike, and others, when using Apple Pay.
For the full overview of the card, see our post:
Apple Card Pros and Cons: Is It Still Worth It for Apple Users?
Final Thought
For a card with no annual fee, this is a useful addition. While frequent travelers may prefer using a card that includes primary rental coverage, the Apple Card enhancement gives casual renters an easy way to save money and earn cash back — especially if they don’t have another rewards card that includes rental benefits.
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