U Save Auto Rental

What U Save Auto Rental does

U Save Auto Rental is a family-owned, independent franchisee of U-Save Car & Truck Rental, operating from a single location at 84-15 Astoria Blvd., East Elmhurst, NY, and serving the broader New York City and New Jersey metro area. The company specializes in large-passenger van rentals, fielding what it self-describes as the largest van fleet in NYC/NJ, anchored by Mercedes Sprinter vans (standard, luxury, and VIP/executive 9–15-passenger configurations) and Ford Transit vans (12- and 15-passenger), supplemented by Sprinter cargo vans. Standard vehicle equipment includes cruise control, leather seating, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and telematics/GPS as referenced in rental terms.

Beyond rentals, the company operates a dedicated Production Vehicles division targeting film, television, and commercial production clients with customized vans featuring LED mood lighting, TV/DVD/HDMI systems, and flexible availability. A secondary revenue stream exists through the sale of pre-owned fleet vehicles (Mercedes Sprinters and Ford Transits at $27K–$58K). The distribution model is exclusively direct — customers pick up and return vehicles at the East Elmhurst location with no delivery service, while demand capture runs through a Get A Quote web form, phone (718-737-7777), and WhatsApp. Pricing is quote-based rather than publicly listed, with 150 free miles per day and $0.50/mile overage; corporate accounts renting 5+ times per month receive a 10% discount, and churches/nonprofits can access tax-exempt billing with proper documentation. Marketing relies on Google Reviews, an Instagram presence (@rentasprinter), and word-of-mouth referrals rather than paid acquisition.

Name

U Save Auto Rental

Legal name

U Save Auto Rental

Website

https://usaveny.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

U Save Auto Rental is a family-owned, single-location van rental franchisee in East Elmhurst, NY, serving NYC/NJ with what it claims is the area's largest fleet of Mercedes Sprinter and Ford Transit passenger and cargo vans, plus production and used-vehicle sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Passenger Van Rental Services

NAICS

Passenger Car Rental (532111), Truck, Utility Trailer, and RV (Recreational Vehicle) Rental and Leasing (532120), Passenger Car Rental and Leasing (53211)

SIC

Services-Auto Rental & Leasing (No Drivers) (7510)

akta.pro primary industry

Local City / In-Town Car Rental (THADAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Light-Duty Cargo Van Rentals (THADAJAA), Long-Term Commercial Van & Truck Rentals (Monthly/Contract) (THADAJAK)

Keywords

• Passenger van rental
• Sprinter van rentals
• Cargo van rental
• Group transportation services
• Pre-owned van sales

Headquarters

HQ city

East Elmhurst

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Van Rental Revenue: Core revenue from renting passenger vans (Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit) and cargo vans on a per-day basis. Pricing is quote-based. Rental terms include 150 miles per day with overage charged at $0.50/mile. No unlimited mileage option is available. Revenue is generated through time-and-mileage charges, optional add-ons (child safety seats, navigational systems), toll processing fees, and late fees.
2. Used Vehicle Sales: Secondary revenue stream from selling their well-maintained fleet vehicles. The 'Vehicles for Sale' page lists Mercedes Sprinters and Ford Transits ranging from $26,999 to $57,500, with years from 2015 to 2024 and mileages from 72K to 100K miles. Payments accepted as cash or outside finance source; no in-house financing is provided.
3. Corporate Account Revenue: Corporate accounts that rent five or more times per month receive a 10% discount on every rental. This creates recurring rental revenue from small-to-medium business clients who qualify for the discount.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

U Save Auto Rental rents passenger and cargo vans — primarily Ford Transit (12- and 15-passenger) and Mercedes Sprinter (9- and 15-passenger in standard, Luxury, and VIP Executive trims) plus Sprinter cargo vans — on a daily, quote-based basis from a single East Elmhurst, NY location serving the NYC/NJ area. The company complements rentals with a Production Vehicles division for film/TV clients and a pre-owned vehicle sales channel for retiring fleet vans.

Product overview

U Save Auto Rental is a family-owned car rental business operating in NY/NJ, offering the largest van fleet in NYC. The core rental portfolio consists of Ford Transit passenger vans (12 and 15-passenger) and Mercedes Sprinter vans (standard, luxury, and VIP configurations for 9-15 passengers) plus Sprinter cargo vans. The company also provides production vehicles for film and television companies and sells pre-owned fleet vehicles. The fleet operates on a unified service model with standard features including cruise control, leather seats, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto across most vehicles, supplemented by add-on amenities like TV/DVD players and GPS telematics for premium tiers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 12-Passenger Ford Transit Rental Ford Transit 12-passenger van rental, 23 combined MPG, 8'5" roof height, with cruise control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and leather seats. Designed for group travelers needing a smaller-than-15-passenger van in the NYC/NJ area.
• 15-Passenger Ford Transit Rental Ford Transit 15-passenger van rental, 23 combined MPG, 8'5" roof height, equipped with cruise control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and leather seats. Suited to groups too large for cars/SUVs but not needing Sprinter luggage space.
• 15-Passenger Mercedes Sprinter Rental Mercedes 15-passenger Sprinter van rental, 23 combined MPG, 9'5" roof height, offering 2.5 feet of extra luggage space and 5x luggage quantity versus Transit models. Targeted at groups traveling with substantial luggage on long trips.
• 15-Passenger Luxury Sprinter Rental Premium Mercedes 15-passenger Sprinter with luxury interior, 9'5" roof height, and enhanced luggage space. Aimed at wedding, event, and corporate clients wanting upgraded comfort over the standard 15-passenger Sprinter.
• 9-Passenger VIP Sprinter Rental Mercedes 9-passenger VIP Sprinter with 23 combined MPG, 9'5" roof height, and generous luggage capacity (2.5 feet, 5x). Marketed to smaller groups that want Sprinter comfort and luxury without paying for 15 seats.
• 9-Passenger VIP Executive Sprinter Rental Top-tier Mercedes 9-passenger VIP Executive Sprinter offering the highest level of luxury and comfort in the fleet, with 9'5" roof height and generous luggage space. Targeted at executives and high-end event clients.
• Sprinter Cargo Van Rental Mercedes Sprinter 2-passenger cargo van rental with 23 combined MPG and 14 feet of cargo space behind a 7'0" roof. Marketed to moving, delivery, and small business customers.
• Production Vehicles division (film/TV rentals) Specialized van rental service for film, television, and commercial production companies, including Ford Transit and Mercedes Sprinter scout vans and cargo vans configured with cruise control, leather seating, LED mood lighting, and TV/DVD/HDMI entertainment systems. Sized for crew transport and equipment shuttling during shoots.
• Pre-Owned Van Sales (Vehicles for Sale) Retail sale of pre-owned U Save fleet Mercedes Sprinters and Ford Transits (model years 2015-2024, 72K-100K miles, $26,999–$57,500) to individual and small business buyers, with cash or third-party financing (no in-house financing).

Quantifiable outcome

• Sprinters achieve ~450 miles per tank; Transits achieve ~350 miles per tank
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• U-Save Car & Truck Rental (Franchisor)coreOthersU Save Auto Rental operates as an independent franchisee of the U-Save Car & Truck Rental national network. The franchise agreement defines the legal relationship (renter/renter obligations, prohibited uses, insurance requirements, CDW/TWWD optional products). The franchisor brand provides national identity while the local franchisee manages fleet, pricing, and day-to-day operations independently.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Budget Truck Rental: Budget Truck Rental is part of the Avis Budget Group family and offers truck and cargo van rentals across the U.S., including NYC. It overlaps with U Save on cargo and small commercial rentals and competes for similar local moving and delivery customers.
• U-Save Car & Truck Rental: U-Save is the franchisor whose brand and operating framework U Save Auto Rental operates under, and also competes as a national franchise system with other independent franchisees in similar van and car rental segments. Other U-Save franchisees in adjacent metros represent the closest direct comparables in fleet composition and customer base.
• U-Haul: U-Haul is the dominant truck and cargo van rental brand in the U.S., with strong NYC metro distribution including cargo vans that directly overlap with U Save's Sprinter cargo van offering. It competes most directly on commercial/utility rentals rather than 15-passenger luxury Sprinter configurations.
• Penske Truck Rental: Penske is a major commercial truck and van rental operator with locations in the NYC/NJ metro. It competes most directly with U Save's cargo van segment and with corporate/fleet customers, though it does not match U Save's passenger-Sprinter specialization.

Regional players

• GoGoCharter: GoGoCharter is an NYC-area charter and group transportation broker offering Sprinter vans, minibuses, and party buses with online booking. It competes with U Save on group transportation demand in NYC/NJ but primarily via driver-included services rather than self-drive rentals.

Emerging players

• Turo: Turo is a peer-to-peer car and van sharing marketplace with a growing Sprinter and large-van inventory in NYC, offering instant online booking and delivery. It competes with U Save on digital convenience and price transparency, particularly for digitally native customers seeking 12–15 passenger vans.

Broad incumbents

• Hertz: Hertz is a global car rental incumbent with airport-heavy distribution and broad vehicle coverage in NYC/NJ. It competes at the margin for van rentals but typically does not match U Save's density of 12–15 passenger Sprinter and Transit inventory.
• Sixt Rent A Car: Sixt is a global rental brand with premium fleet positioning and expanding NYC metro presence, including passenger vans and luxury configurations. It competes with U Save's luxury Sprinter and VIP Executive tiers for corporate and leisure premium customers.
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car: Enterprise is the largest U.S. car rental company with a deep NYC metro presence across multiple vehicle categories. It is a broad incumbent that overlaps with U Save on passenger van and cargo van rentals but does not specialize in large-passenger Sprinter configurations the way U Save does.
• Avis Budget Group: Avis and Budget operate as a broad car rental incumbent in NYC with both leisure and corporate channels. They offer some passenger van options but at much lower density than U Save and without a dedicated production vehicle division.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/rentasprinter

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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