What are the best ways to utilize the Amex Platinum card's car rental benefits to maximize my savings and travel experience?

The Platinum Card's premium car rental insurance provides primary coverage up to $75,000 for rental vehicles, which means cardholders don't need to rely on their personal insurance or credit card company's insurance.

Cardholders can earn bonus points with Hertz Gold Plus Rewards President's Circle membership, which can be redeemed for free rental days, upgrades, and other perks.

The $100 credit towards Global Entry or TSA PreCheck can also be used for expedited security screening when renting cars domestically, not just for air travel.

Elite status with Avis, National, and Enterprise provides benefits like upgraded vehicles, waived extra driver fees, and priority service, which can save cardholders time and money.

Amex's Car Rental Loss and Damage Insurance provides reimbursement for damages or theft of rental vehicles up to $75,000, providing additional peace of mind when renting cars.

Cardholders can enjoy member-only discounts, no fees for additional drivers, and the ability to skip the rental line with Avis, Hertz, and National when booking through American Express Travel.

Enrolling in Car Rental Privileges gives cardholders access to perks like member-only discounts, no fees for additional drivers, and the ability to skip the rental line with Avis, Hertz, and National.

Cardholders can receive complimentary Gold status with Marriott and Hilton, plus other perks, when using their Amex Platinum card to book hotel and car rental stays.

National Emerald Club Executive status, which would ordinarily require 12 paid rentals or 40 paid rental days in a calendar year, is complimentary for Amex Platinum cardmembers.

Hertz Gold Plus Rewards members can earn 10 points per dollar spent on base rental rates, which can be redeemed for free rental days, upgrades, and other perks.

Cardholders can skip the counter and save time with Hertz's "Skip the Counter" program, which is exclusive to American Express Platinum Card Members enrolled in Hertz Gold Plus Rewards.

The Car Rental Loss and Damage Insurance is underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company, which means cardholders have an added layer of protection when renting cars.