# August 2023 - The Month in Review: What You Need to Know
Author: Gaurav Singhal
Author URL: https://drivemate.au/blog/author/gaurav-singhal/
Published: 2023-08-31
Category: Drive mate Newsletter
Category URL: https://drivemate.au/blog/category/drive-mate-newsletter/
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URL: https://drivemate.au/blog/august-2023-the-month-in-review-what-you-need-to-know-cllyqzllx2849333upb6hb072e8/

As the weather warms up, it's the perfect time to hit the road. In this edition of our newsletter, we have some exciting updates and valuable tips to share with you. Let's dive right in!

## Simplified Security Deposit Process

We have streamlined the security deposit process that makes car sharing even more safe for you. New users will have to deposit $250 which will be maintained for the first 3 trips, once they complete the 3 trips there will be no future deposit charges.

​ [Know more](https://help.drive-mate.com.au/kb/guide/en/how-the-250-deposit-is-charged-and-returned-a67bLaTYnJ/Steps/2620357) ​

## Choose Flex+: The Ultimate Long- Term Leasing Solution

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Enjoy the flexibility and convenience of owning a car without a long-term commitment. [Flex+](https://drivemate.au/subscription) is a cost-efficient solution for long-term rental.

[Know more](https://drivemate.au/subscription)

## Refer & Earn

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Refer Drive mate to your friends, family, and colleagues, and earn credits that are convertible to cash or discounts. When your friends sign up, they'll receive $25 in credits. You'll receive $25 in credits when they rent a car (or) $100 in credits when they list their car and host their first trip.

### ​ [Refer now](https://drivemate.au/referral/)    School's Out, Adventure's In!

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​Make this school break unforgettable with Drive mate! Our budget-friendly rentals ensure smooth rides, happy times, and memories that last. Explore with ease.

### [Rent a car](https://drivemate.au/) ​  ​​


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