# Aeroplan Adds Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty as Earning Partners

_May 6 14:23_

Tags: Air Canada, Aeroplan, Aeroplan credit cards, Canada, loyalty program, policy change, airline, credit card, partnership, program change

Aeroplan members can now earn points and Status Qualifying Credits on Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty rentals booked via aircanada.com, with tiered earning rates and complimentary Hertz Gold+ status

## Summary

Aeroplan has launched a new earning partnership with Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty, allowing members to earn Aeroplan points and Status Qualifying Credits (SQCs) on car rentals booked directly through aircanada.com. **Earning Structure:**
- **Base Rate:** 2 points per dollar for all members.
- **Online Bonus:** An additional 2 points per dollar for bookings made via aircanada.com.
- **Elite Tiers (Hertz only):** - Everyday/25K Elite: 3 points per dollar (tier) + 2 (online) = 5 total. - 75K Elite: 4 points per dollar (tier) + 2 (online) = 6 total. - Super Elite: 5 points per dollar (tier) + 2 (online) = 7 total.
- **Dollar/Thrifty:** Flat rate for all members (base 2 + online 2 = 4 total). **Key Details:**
- Points are earned on the base time-and-mileage rate, not the all-in total including taxes and fees.
- **Status Qualifying Credits:** 1 SQC is earned for every 5 Aeroplan points accrued on the rental.
- **Hertz Gold+ Status:** Complimentary status grants are available for Aeroplan Elite members and select Aeroplan credit cardholders. President’s Circle status is offered to 75K/Super Elite members and premium cardholders.
- The rental appears in the user's Hertz Gold+ profile if the loyalty number is attached

## Why it matters

Affects 4 airline programs (Air Canada, Air France-KLM, Etihad...). Card-issuer angle via American Express, TD.

## Sources cited

- [Prince of Travel](https://princeoftravel.com/news/aeroplan-hertz-partnership) — Aeroplan Announces New Earning Partnership With Hertz

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