We've rented from National before using the EA service, but have always gotten cars. We're doing a van this trip and notice that it switches it to Emerald CHOICE...is the process the same as with the Aisle where you just go out, get your van, and drive through the check gate? Or, do you have to go to the counter and take more time? I actually have a reservation for a van with Dollar, too, using their Fastlane. I made this since National's rates were so outrageous for a van. But now that National's rates are the same as Dollar's, I'm wondering which to do. Any advice? Do you think the joining of National and Alamo will affect the service?