Make a Reservation

To make a reservation, use one of the following three methods:

Online
  • Complete the online reservation form. If you do not receive a confirmation within one business day of submission, call the Motor Pool.
Phone
  • Evanston campus: (847) 491-5075
  • Chicago campus: (312) 503-8129
Fax
  • Complete the downloadable Reservation Form pdf icon (pdf) and fax it to: (847) 467-2188.

Before Making Reservations

Have the following information ready:

  • Pick up date and time
  • Return date
  • Destination
  • Driver type: faculty, staff or student The Office of Risk Management must approve all student drivers. See all approved student drivers.
  • NU Financials number (Non-student organizations only)
    Account number 75630 must be open for rental.
  • SOFO number (Student organizations only)
    In addition, the Organization Authorization for University Vehicles Form (available at the Student Activities Office) to be faxed to Motor Pool at 847-467-2188, in advance of the reservation date.
  • Vehicle type: sedan, minivan, cargo van, other.
  • Written request (for weekly, monthly or annual rentals only)
    Please submit a written request to the Motor Pool, accompanied by an NU Financials account number. Changes in NU Financials numbers for annual billing should be submitted to the Motor Pool before the start of the new fiscal year.
  • Departments seeking to secure a vehicle for visiting faculty or staff should call Motor Pool at 1-3560 for additional information before making a reservation request.

Note: To designate certain employees to place Motor Pool reservations, schools or departments should submit a list of the employees on department letterhead, signed by the department chairperson, to:

Motor Pool

2020 Ridge Avenue, Dock 9

Evanston, IL 60208-4325

After Making Reservations

Confirmation

You will receive a confirmation for online and faxed reservations within one business day.If you do not receive a confirmation, call the Motor Pool at (847) 491- 5075 (Evanston) or (312) 503-8129 (Chicago). Do not resend the reservation.

Upon receipt of confirmation, verify the rental information. If changes are needed, please contact the Motor Pool.

You may be asked to complete and submit a Driver's License Verification Form pdf icon (pdf).


Cancellation

Vehicle reservations must be canceled at least one business day prior to vehicle pick up.

  • If the reservation is not canceled within at least one business day, a one-day rental charge will be assessed.
  • For cancellation of long-term rentals, please send a written notice of cancellation with the termination date to the Motor Pool.

Make sure you receive a cancellation number as confirmation.