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Rent a Moving Truck for Your NYC Move

Not many people actually enjoy moving. It requires so much work over several days, and unexpected costs often pile up. It is generally a good idea to save money where you can, but don’t skimp on the convenient and necessary tools that will make your move much easier, such as renting a moving truck. At Empire Rent A Car, we provide spacious trucks that are designed to help protect, organize, and transport your belongings to your new home or office efficiently and affordably. 

Rent a Car to Visit the Bronx Zoo This Summer

Whether you’re visiting New York or you’re a native New Yorker, the Bronx Zoo is one of the most exciting and popular destinations. Most tourists see the major landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building but skip gems like the Bronx Zoo. Also, many native New Yorkers haven’t ventured out of their own borough and have missed this amazing experience. Don’t make these mistakes! This summer, your friends at Empire Rent A Car will help you find the right car to get you to the zoo for your day of fun and adventure.

Make Your Birthday Memorable, and Save!

So your birthday is coming up, and this year you are going big. Not just extra slice of cake big, but road trip big. This year you can go on a trip to the most exciting and vibrant city in the country, New York City, and explore the boroughs with the freedom of your own rental car. To make your birthday even sweeter, your friends at Empire Rent A Car will give you 5% off of your rental during your birthday month! 

5 Tips for Planning a Spring Getaway

Whether you’re on a school schedule with a built-in spring break or you’re just in need of some respite, a spring vacation may be just what you need. A little time away, a break from the crazy schedule, will be like a breath of fresh air. Plus, who doesn’t love to go on a good road trip in the spring, when the flowers are blooming and the leaves are new and green? To make the most of your spring getaway, consider these five tips from our crew at Empire Rent A Car.

Top 5 Brooklyn Bakeries

Do you have a hankering for a really great donut? Maybe you need a quality baguette for your next dinner party? Well, whether you’re a Brooklyn local or in town for some fun and good food, you’re in luck. Our team at Empire Rent A Car recommends that you check out these five top-rated Brooklyn bakeries—all of which are a short drive away from our Brooklyn location. Happy eating!

Spring Break Car Rental in NYC

That long-awaited break for teachers, students, and parents is coming! Every spring, we get a number of NYC out-of-towners (or locals looking to get out of town) who need a rental car. Due to this high demand, we want to remind our faithful Empire Rent A Car customers to book your car rental sooner rather than later.

Discover Aquatic Life on Long Island

Sea lions, penguins, and sharks—oh my! You can explore all this and more at the Long Island Aquarium. New York is full of great museums and attractions, but if you’re looking to discover marine life from around the globe, then this attraction is one of our favorites here at Empire Rent A Car. Here’s what you need to know.

Which Car Rental Is Right for You?

Having car-rental options is a good thing, but it also can leave you feeling a bit confused about which vehicle best fits your needs. As you assess which of our rentals here at Empire Rent A Car will work for you, ask yourself these questions. By doing so, you should be able to better refine what you’re looking for and move forward in making the reservation.

Off-the-Map Places to Visit in Queens, NY

Whether you’ve lived in Queens all your life or you’re a first-time visitor, you want to see a side of this NYC borough that’s not mainstream. If you’re looking for a few unique attractions to visit the next time you’re in Queens, our crew at Empire Rent A Car recommends that you check out these lesser-known local haunts.