Affordable Local Car Rentals. No counters. No Lines. Just Keys.

Need a rental without the wait? We offer 100% contactless pickup, easy online booking, and no hidden fees. Whether it’s a weekend trip, errands, or for a road test - we keep it simple, upfront, and flexible. Drivers under 25 welcome.

Need a car now? Same-day Express Pickup available weekdays 9 AM - 5 PM. 📞 Call or text us to check availabilty: (508) 473-1883

Have questions about how it works?

Check out our FAQ for quick answers

How it Works -

100% Contactless

  1. Book online in minutes - no phone calls, no waiting in line

  2. Upload your license, selfie & insurance - snap a photo of your driver’s license, plus a quick selfie holding it next to your face so we can verify its really you. Upload proof of insurance if you have it.

    If no insurance is uploaded, a Damage Waiver will be required:

    • Standard Protection - $35/day: You’re protected against major repair bills. Your responsibility is capped at $2,000 per incident, and we take care of the rest.

    • Premium Protection - $50/day: You get complete peace of mind. You’ll have no out-of-pocket costs for damage - everything is fully covered.

  3. Get pickup instructions 24 hours before your rental starts

  4. Go straight to the car, take photos, grab the keys, and go

  5. Receive return instructions near the end of your rental

  6. Drop off the car, upload return photos, lock the keys in the box

    No counters. No lines. Just keys.

Need a car today? Express Pickup is available - just give us a call or text to check availability.

Need Help During Your Rental?

Just because it’s contactless doesn’t mean you’re on your own. If you have any questions, issues, or need support during your rental, we’re here for you.

Call or text us at (508) 473-1883

Email: info@drivewithstar.com

We respond quickly during business hours and monitor messages after-hours for urgent issues.

Our Fleet

Economy Sedan

Most Popular - Great for daily errands or a weekend trip, seats 5, great on gas, backup camera and bluetooth.

Compact SUV

Roomy - Fuel-efficient, and easy to drive. Great for errands, group trips, or just needing extra space.

Compact Sedan - Road Test Rental

RMV-ready - Fully insured. Perfect for road tests, compact and easy to park.

Add-on: Road Test Appointment

Road Test Rentals - RMV Ready

  • Fully insured & RMV-approved

  • Includes required RMV sponsor paperwork

  • Available weekdays and weekends

- Select the “Road Test Appointment” add-on when booking so we can prepare the car and paperwork ahead of time.

    • Car Rental: Standard daily rate (rate may vary — see booking page)

    • Road Test Add-On: +$75 (required for any road test)

    Insurance/Damage Waiver:

    The sponsor (licensed driver booking the rental) must either:

    • Upload valid personal auto insurance that extends to rental vehicles, or

    • Select one of our Damage Waiver options:

      • Standard Protection – $35/day: You’re protected against major repair bills. Your responsibility is capped at $2,000 per incident, and we take care of the rest.

      • Premium Protection – $50/day: You get complete peace of mind. You’ll have no out-of-pocket costs for damage - everything is fully covered.

    If no insurance is uploaded and approved before pickup, a Damage Waiver will remain on the booking. No exceptions.

    Driver is responsible for ensuring they have their permit and road test appointment confirmation in hand when arriving at the RMV.

Key Policies

We keep it simple and fair.

Our policies are clear, reasonable, and renter friendly. No surprise fees or fine print. You get plenty of miles, flexible options, and we only charge extra when it’s truly necessary - like returning a car late or with less gas. Whether you’re renting for a day or a week, we want you to feel taken care of.

  • $400 Deposit (all major credit/debit cards accepted) Refunded if the car comes back on time and undamaged. Banks usually release holds in 5-7 business days.

  • Insurance required: Renters must either upload valid personal insurance before pickup or select one of our damage waiver options:

    • Standard Protection - $35/day: You’re protected against major repair bills. Your responsibility is capped at $2,000 per incident, and we take care of the rest.

    • Premium Protection - $50/day: You get complete peace of mind. You’ll have no out-of-pocket costs for damage - everything is fully covered.

    If no insurance is uploaded and approved, one these waivers will be required. No exceptions.

  • Minimum age: Renters must be 21 or older. Drivers ages 21-24 are welcome, but a $25/day underage surcharge applies

  • Tolls: All vehicles are equipped with E-ZPass. Tolls will be charged to your credit card after the rental, plus a $3 processing fee per toll. You’ll receive an email breakdown if tolls are charged.

  • 100 miles/day included

    • $15/day unlimited add-on

    • $.25 per additional mile

  • Fuel refill: $12 per 1/8 tank if not returned at original level

  • Late return fee: $150

FAQ

  • No. We do not provide traditional auto insurance. All renters must either upload valid personal auto insurance that extends to rental vehicles or select one of our Damage Waiver options at booking:

    • Standard Protection – $35/day: You’re protected against major repair bills. Your responsibility is capped at $2,000 per incident, and we take care of the rest.

    • Premium Protection – $50/day: You get complete peace of mind. You’ll have no out-of-pocket costs for damage - everything is fully covered.

    The Damage Waiver is automatically added at the time of booking if no valid insurance is uploaded. If insurance is uploaded and approved during the booking process, the waiver can be removed. No exceptions.

  • The Damage Waiver protects the rental car against physical damage, including:

    • Collision (any fault)

    • Theft

    • Vandalism

    • Fire

    • Weather-related damage

    • Key loss or damage

    We offer two levels of protection:

    • Standard Protection - $35/day: You’re protected against major repair bills. Your responsibility is capped at $2,000 per incident, and we take care of the rest.

    • Premium Protection - $50/day: You get complete peace of mind. You’ll have no out-of-pocket costs for damage - everything is fully covered.

    The waiver protects the car only. it is not a substitute liability insurance.

  • Maybe. If your personal auto policy includes liability and collision coverage, you can upload a copy of your insurance declarations page and the Damage Waiver requirement will be removed.

    • If your policy is liability-only, or if you cannot provide proof of collision coverage, you must select one of our waivers:

      • Standard Protection – $35/day: You’re protected against major repair bills. Your responsibility is capped at $2,000 per incident, and we take care of the rest.

      • Premium Protection – $50/day: You get complete peace of mind. You’ll have no out-of-pocket costs for damage - everything is fully covered.

    A standard insurance ID card is not enough — it only shows liability coverage. We must see your declarations page or a screenshot from your insurance company’s app that clearly lists collision coverage.

  • Most personal auto policies include rental cars, but not all. It’s your responsibility to confirm with your insurance company. Either way, you’re responsible for any damage to the rental. If your policy doesn’t cover it, you’ll need to pay out of pocket or choose our optional Damage Waiver.

  • Yes. The rental must be booked by a licensed driver who will act as the sponsor during the road test.

    At the time of booking, the sponsor must either:

    • Upload valid personal auto insurance that extends to rental vehicles, or

    • Select one of our damage waiver options:

      • Standard Protection – $35/day: You’re protected against major repair bills. Your responsibility is capped at $2,000 per incident, and we take care of the rest.

      • Premium Protection – $50/day: You get complete peace of mind. You’ll have no out-of-pocket costs for damage - everything is fully covered.

    If no insurance is uploaded and approved ahead of time, a damage waiver will remain on the booking. This policy applies to all rentals, including road test appointments.

  • Book your car online and you’ll get a confirmation email once it’s approved. Before pickup, we’ll ask you to:

    • Upload a clear photo of your driver’s license and a selfie holding that license next to your face so we can verify it’s really you.

    • Provide proof of personal auto insurance that extends to rental vehicles, or

    • Select a Damage Waiver option, which will be automatically added at booking if no valid insurance is uploaded:

      • Standard Protection – $35/day: You’re protected against major repair bills. Your responsibility is capped at $2,000 per incident, and we take care of the rest.

      • Premium Protection – $50/day: You get complete peace of mind. You’ll have no out-of-pocket costs for damage - everything is fully covered.

    Once everything’s verified, we’ll send you the lockbox code—usually the morning of your rental or a few hours before pickup.

    Show up, grab the key, and hit the road. When you’re done, return the car to one of our reserved spots, put the key back in the lockbox, upload photos, and attach it to the window. That’s it.

    📍 Exact Pickup Location - View on Map (Rear lot of West Main Marketplace, near sign marked “Entrance Deliveries”)

  • This quick security step ensures the person renting the car is the same person on the license. It helps prevent fraud and protects you and us.

  • During the booking is process, you’ll need to:

    1. Upload a clear photo of your driver’s license and a selfie holding that license next to your face so we can verify it’s really you.

    2. Provide proof of personal auto insurance that extends to rental vehicles, or select one of our Damage Waiver options (automatically added if no valid insurance is uploaded):

      • Standard Protection – $35/day: You’re protected against major repair bills. Your responsibility is capped at $2,000 per incident, and we take care of the rest.

      • Premium Protection – $50/day: You get complete peace of mind. You’ll have no out-of-pocket costs for damage - everything is fully covered.

    If valid insurance is not uploaded and approved during the booking process, a Damage Waiver will remain on the reservation. No exceptions.

    1. Check your email 24 hours before pickup for your instructions and lockbox code.

    2. Take photos of the car before driving off and upload them in the provided link. This protects you from being blamed for any pre-existing damage.

  • You can book a car any day of the week — pickups are available until 8 PM daily, including weekends.

    To keep things smooth and contactless, we require at least 4 hours’ notice for all bookings. This allows us to prep the vehicle and send your key pickup instructions automatically.

    Even if you’re picking up on a weekend or after hours, you’ll still get everything you need on time — no lines, no waiting.

    📞 Business hours for support are Monday–Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Bookings can still be made outside those hours as long as they meet the advance notice requirement.

  • Yes! We offer Express Pickup for last-minute rentals. If you need a car today, call or text us at 📞(508) 473-1883 during business hours and we’ll get you set up - if a car is available and read

  • Yes. This is a quick but important step. Before you drive off, we ask you to take photos of the car (inside and out) using the link we send. Same goes for drop-off. It protects both of us in case there’s any damage or disagreement later.

  • You’ll need a valid driver’s license (or a learner’s permit if you’re taking the road test) and either:

    • Valid personal auto insurance that extends to rental vehicles, or

    • One of our Damage Waiver options, which will be automatically added at booking if no valid insurance is uploaded:

      • Standard Protection – $35/day: You’re protected against major repair bills. Your responsibility is capped at $2,000 per incident, and we take care of the rest.

      • Premium Protection – $50/day: You get complete peace of mind. You’ll have no out-of-pocket costs for damage - everything is fully covered.

    Road test rentals also require a licensed sponsor (the person who books and drives the car to the test).

  • Yes. All of our road test rental vehicles meet Massachusetts RMV requirements. They’re fully insured, have current registration and inspection, and include an emergency brake in the center console. We also provide a completed sponsor form for the licensed driver accompanying the permit holder. Everything you need to pass your test with confidence. Important: Be sure to select the “Road Test Appointment” add-on when booking so we can prepare the car and paperwork ahead of time.

  • Yes. All our vehicles have GPS trackers with tamper alerts for mileage verification, theft prevention, and recovery. By renting, you agree not to remove, disable, or interfere with the device. Tampering or losing the GPS will result in a $350 charge and may end your rental immediately.

  • All vehicles come with a built-in Massachusetts E-ZPass transponder. If you pass through any tolls, we’ll charge the toll amount to your card after the rental, plus a $3 processing fee per toll to cover admin costs.

    Example:

    If you hit 3 tolls totaling $7.50, your card will be charged $16.50 ($7.50 in tolls + $9 in admin fees).

    We’ll send you an email with a breakdown if any tolls are charged after your trip.

  • Absolutely. Just because it’s contactless doesn’t mean you’re on your own. You can call or text us 📞 (508) 473-1883 anytime during your rental — we’re here to help.

  • Yes. The minimum rental age is 21. Drivers ages 21–24 are welcome, but a $25/day underage fee applies.

  • Yes. All rentals use lockboxes. You’ll pick up your car using a code, and return it the same way - just put the key back in the lockbox, attach it to the window, and park in one of the designated reserved spots.

  • Yes, we accept all major debit cards. A $400 refundable security deposit will be placed as a pre-authorization hold at the time of pickup. The hold is released automatically after the vehicle is returned without issues. Debit cards must be in the renter’s name, and the full amount must be available on the card at the time of pickup.

Who
We Are

We’re a small, honest, local car rental business that keeps it simple. No long lines, no sales pitch - just clean, reliable cars with contactless pickup and straightforward pricing. Whether it’s for daily errands, a road test, weekend getaway, or something in between, we make renting easy and hassle-free.

We also rent to drivers under 25.

Testimonials

  • "Thank you so much for all did for us when our car broke down. You went above and beyond to assist in getting us into a vehicle which allowed us to continue on our way. Then to top it off were willing to mail an article we left behind! Thank you again!"

    - Christine & Michael H.

  • "Thank you SO MUCH for being so kind to me when I was back home for a visit. You probably don't remember me, but I'll always remember how you treated me when my visit turned out to be a difficult one. You helped to make it much easier. I wish you all a blessed new year and when I come back to visit you will certainly see me again."

    - Kathleen L.

  • Had a great experience with the rental car here. The process was hassle free. He took care of all the paperwork and it was perfect!

    - Vaishnavee M.