Last time I rented a car in the US, it was from Alamo, and this time it was just as good. The shuttle at Kona Airport arrived quickly, and there were plenty of service windows, so no waiting in line. They had a wide selection of vehicles, including a row of Jeep Wranglers—just pick the one you like. No hidden charges, and returning the car was very convenient.

The rental location is right near the airport, less than a five-minute walk. We went the wrong way and wasted a bit of time, but luckily it was late, so there weren’t many people, and there was no need to queue. When picking up the car, the domestic rental company repeatedly reminded us to check if the American company added insurance. I specifically checked, and the company was very straightforward. They saw I had bought insurance domestically and did not try to sell any additional insurance. Returning the car was also convenient. We returned it at a different location, and it was hassle-free—just needed a receipt from the rental office. Fortunately, we kept ours. Moreover, this company didn’t require a deposit. The previous company required a $100 deposit to cover potential violations or damages. Maybe it was because we had comprehensive insurance this time. They mentioned that even minor scrapes would be handled by the insurance company, so there's no need to worry at all.

You need to take a shuttle bus from the airport, and the line is quite long

Alamo and National share the same rental center, but the signage is a bit small. The service process is straightforward: you only need your driver's license, a translation, and a credit card to pick up the car. The pick-up process is extremely simple: give your rental slip to the staff, and they will lead you to three cars. You can choose any of them. The return process is also very simple; the staff will just check the exterior and features of the car. Additionally, most cars are relatively new. I rented a car on December 18th, and it was manufactured on December 1st. The car was in excellent condition! If you don't often travel long distances, you might not need to rent an E-ZPASS since it costs $4-$5 per day. However, if you frequently change cities, having E-ZPASS for quick toll lane access is very convenient. Typical tolls range from $1.40 to $4. Especially on American highways, there are fast toll lanes (up to 65MPH or 120km/h) for quicker passage.