Planning a trip to NYC and need wheels for 3 days. Every rental site shows wildly different prices - how do I actually find the best deal without wasting hours comparing? Any pro tips would be awesome!

Okay, real talk about getting a decent rental car in New York - the trick is to avoid airport locations (their "convenience fees" will murder your wallet) and book exactly 3-4 weeks out when prices magically drop. For a full breakdown of hidden fees and how to avoid them, check out this brutally honest guide here.