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What is the best way to pay for Rolls using a hired car ?

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When driving a hired or rental car in Florida, especially on toll roads (commonly referred to as “Rolls” in some queries, but assuming you mean toll roads), you have several convenient ways to pay tolls. Florida’s toll roads are widespread and cashless, so planning ahead is essential to avoid fines.

Here are the main options:

Rental car toll program: Most major rental car companies (Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, Alamo, etc.) offer a toll program. When you enroll, the rental company automatically charges your account for tolls you pass, often with a daily service fee plus the tolls themselves. This is convenient but can be more expensive than other options.
SunPass transponder: SunPass is Florida’s prepaid electronic toll system. You can rent or buy a transponder and link it to a credit card. Using SunPass usually provides the lowest toll rates and avoids additional rental company service fees.
Pay by plate / Toll-by-plate: Some toll roads automatically photograph your license plate and send a bill to the registered owner. If using a rental, the rental company will receive the bill and charge you, often with a processing fee. This is convenient if you do not have a SunPass but can be more expensive.
Prepaid toll apps or passes: Some apps or third-party services allow you to prepay tolls for a rental car, but check compatibility with your rental provider.

Recommendations for minimizing costs and hassle:

If you plan to use multiple toll roads, consider getting a SunPass for the rental period—it’s cheaper per toll and avoids rental company fees.
Check with your rental company before pickup to understand their toll program fees and policies.
Plan your route and note which roads require tolls; some alternative highways are toll-free but may take longer.

In summary, for convenience, rental car toll programs work well, but for cost savings and more control, using a SunPass transponder is the best method when driving in Florida.

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