PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the 14th year in a row, Avis Car Rental has been named the leading car rental company in the Brand Keys Customer Loyalty Engagement Index®. Avis ranked number one in each of the four drivers of brand loyalty, including brand reputation; pricing discounts and options; customer service and convenience;… Read the full news article
Category Archives: Car Rentals
Travel Alert: Enterprise Holdings’ brands decreased basic rates by an average of 6.5 percent for airport travelers from 2009 to 2013
President and COO Nicholson: “We are able to use our extensive network to help keep rental cars affordable” ST. LOUIS, 2013-05-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — With American families now planning their summer 2013 road trips, many consumers are paying extra close attention to car-rental prices. In fact, during the last few months, some media outlets have reported concerns… Read the full news article
Avis Early-Bird Sale for residents of US and Canada traveling abroad
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2013-05-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Avis Car Rental today announced a money-saving promotion for residents of the United States and Canada traveling abroad. Whether you are planning a trip to Africa, Europe or the Middle East, book by May 31 and save up to 25 percent on a rental vehicle. “Promotions like these help us… Read the full news article
ENTERPRISE CARSHARE LAUNCHES INTEGRATED MARKETING CAMPAIGN
Campaign Kicks Off in Well-Established Car-Sharing Markets, Including New York City, Boston and Philadelphia ST. LOUIS, 2013-04-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise CarShare today announced the launch of an integrated marketing campaign that will bring together advertising, event sponsorships, street teams, public relations and social media efforts to introduce “the new standard in car sharing.” The multi-year marketing… Read the full news article
Enterprise appoints Megadrive Autovermietung GmbH as a new franchise partner to extend network in Austria, Hungary and Slovakia
LONDON, 2013-04-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car today announced the appointment of Megadrive Autovermietung GmbH as a new franchise partner, to extend the fast-growing network of Enterprise branches in Europe to include prime locations in Austria, Hungary and Slovakia including major airports and city locations. The locations are set to open later this year. With Enterprise’s combination… Read the full news article
AVIS FEATURES CELEBRITIES IN NEW MARKETING CAMPAIGN
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Building upon last year’s award-winning integrated marketing strategy, Avis Car Rental today launched a new campaign – “The Professionals.” The campaign showcases that, with Avis, the rental car becomes an essential part of successful travel. The campaign includes four national TV commercials, each of which depicts how Avis provides busy… Read the full news article
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. Announces Hollywood Limousine Service Inc. as the Preferred Proponent of On-Demand Sedan/Limousine Service Contract at the Airport
2013-04-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. is pleased to announce Hollywood Limousine Service Inc. as the preferred proponent of the on-demand sedan and limousine service contract for customers of the Winnipeg Richardson International Airport. “Our goal is to provide passengers at the airport with an exceptional customer experience for the duration of their trip,… Read the full news article
One of the UK’s leading online travel agencies, On the Beach, signs with Travelport
First GDS relationship for leading OTA to drive new hotel, car and flight content Langley, United Kingdom, 2013-04-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, a leading provider of critical transaction processing solutions and data for the global travel industry, today announces a new agreement with On the Beach, one of the UK’s leading online travel agencies. The agreement is… Read the full news article
ENTERPRISE HOLDINGS RECEIVES SUSTAINABILITY OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FROM GLOBAL BUSINESS TRAVEL ASSOCIATION
Enterprise one of only five major companies to publish GRI-verified sustainability reports in travel industry Kirk Kazanjian: “Today’s customers have a strong interest in doing business with companies committed to sustainability” ST. LOUIS, 2013-03-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Holdings has received the 2013 Sustainability Outstanding Achievement Award from the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), honoring the company as a leader… Read the full news article
ALAMO, ENTERPRISE AND NATIONAL ANNOUNCE “CASH-IN CLUB” SPRING PROMOTION TO REWARD TRAVEL AGENT PARTNERS
Promotion Provides Club Members Three Times Points on Rentals; Four Times Points for Elite Members St. Louis, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Alamo Rent A Car, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National Car Rental brands have kicked off an exciting promotion for the Cash-In Club rewards program for U.S. and Canadian travel agent partners, on bookings made after March 23, 2013. The promotion offers… Read the full news article
Brandt Snedeker has been voted the February PGA TOUR Player of the Month presented by Avis
PARSIPPANY, N.J. and PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., 2013-03-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — PGA TOUR and Avis Car Rental announced today that Brandt Snedeker has been voted the February PGA TOUR Player of the Month presented by Avis. As the official rental car company of the PGA TOUR, Avis will make a $50,000 contribution to the Brandt and… Read the full news article
Official Rental Car of the NCAA® Helps Hoops Fans Follow the Tourney While Staying out of Trouble with the Boss
St. Louis, 2013-03-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — With Cinderella teams and upsets abounding, remaining calm, cool and collected on the job in March isn’t always a layup. That’s why Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the official rental car of the NCAA and the largest hirer of recent college graduates in the U.S., is offering its own list of “Elite Eight®” tips… Read the full news article
Avis Car Rental announced its 10th anniversary in the People’s Republic of China
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2013-03-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Avis Car Rental today announced its 10th anniversary in the People’s Republic of China. Established in 2003 as a joint venture with Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation, one of the largest car manufacturers in China, Avis China was the first joint venture car rental company in the country. Today, China is… Read the full news article
ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR PARTNERS WITH SFAKIANAKIS GROUP IN GREECE TO UNLOCK CAR HIRE OPPORTUNITY IN SOUTH EASTERN EUROPE
Enterprise’s European Presence Grows Into Greece With Further Expansion Planned Across South Eastern Europe LONDON, 2013-03-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car has announced the appointment of its third European franchisee this year, Sfakianakis Group, as yet another step in its commitment to establish the flagship brand as a global car rental provider. Following Enterprise Rent-A-Car’s recent expansion… Read the full news article
NATIONAL CAR RENTAL LAUNCHES “GO LIKE A PRO” SWEEPSTAKES
Winner Receives VIP Package to the 2013 PGA Championship in Rochester, N.Y. ST. LOUIS, 2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — National Car Rental, the premier rental car brand for business travel and the Official Rental Car of The PGA of America, has launched its “Go Like a Pro” sweepstakes. From now until May 31, 2013, golf fans can register… Read the full news article
AVIS LAUNCHES VEHICLE SELECTION SERVICE IN CANADA
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Avis Car Rental today announced that Avis Preferred® Select & Go, the Company’s vehicle selection service, is now available in Toronto. With Select & Go, Avis Preferred members can (1) keep and drive away in their pre-assigned rental vehicle; (2) exchange their car, at no additional charge, by selecting another… Read the full news article
Enterprise Advises Businesses to Focus on the Details When it Comes to Their Rental Providers (UK)
LONDON, 2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Car hire is now a central part of day to day business mobility in the UK. New analysis from Enterprise Rent-A-Car shows one in five Britons hire a vehicle for business trips in their own home town and one in three for an out of town trip. And with the increasing popularity of… Read the full news article
Enterprise Boosts UK Airport Presence with New Branch at Belfast INTERNATIONAL Airport (UK)
2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the world’s largest car hire company, has opened a new onsite branch in the Arrivals Hall of Belfast International Airport. With this addition Enterprise now has a branch at every major UK airport, ensuring it is able to offer car hire to incoming tourists and business travellers as well as… Read the full news article
BRIAN GAY VOTED JANUARY PGA TOUR PLAYER OF THE MONTH BY AVIS
PARSIPPANY, N.J. and PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — PGA TOUR and Avis Car Rental announced today that Brian Gay has been voted the January PGA TOUR Player of the Month presented by Avis. As the official rental car company of the PGA TOUR, Avis will make a $50,000 contribution to charities supported by… Read the full news article
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Appoints Locauto Rent as Partner in Italy
Enterprise Extends European Footprint to Fourth New Country in 12 Months to Reach 85% of the European Car Hire Market LONDON, 2013-02-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car today announced the appointment of its second European franchisee, Locauto Rent in Italy, as the next step in a planned programme to establish the flagship brand across Europe. This agreement… Read the full news article
AVIS CELEBRATES 100,000 SELECT & GO TRANSACTIONS
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2013-02-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Avis Car Rental today announced that Avis Preferred® Select & Go, the Company’s vehicle selection service, has exceeded 100,000 vehicle exchange transactions, including upgrades. Launched in June and now available at top airport locations in the United States, Select & Go empowers frequent renters to select the vehicle that best fits… Read the full news article
AVIS CAMPAIGN NAMED MAGAZINE ADVERTISEMENT OF THE YEAR
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2013-01-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — In recognition of its experiential iPad campaign in The Economist, Avis Car Rental won “Magazine Advertisement of the Year” at the 2012 Digital Magazine Awards. Celebrating the best magazines, individuals and advertisers from the digital publishing industry, the international awards honored Avis for bringing to life the idea of “It’s Your… Read the full news article
Enterprise Boosts UK Airport Presence with New Branch at Belfast Airport (UK)
LONDON, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the world’s largest car hire company, today announced the opening of a new onsite branch in the Arrivals Hall of Belfast International Airport. With this addition Enterprise now has a branch at every major UK airport, ensuring it is able to offer car hire to incoming tourists and business travellers as… Read the full news article
Enterprise Holdings Recognized as 2013 Military Friendly Employer
Enterprise Employs Nearly 6,000 U.S. Military Reservists, Veterans ST. LOUIS, 2012-12-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Holdings announced today that it has been designated a 2013 Military Friendly Employer® by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs. Criteria for the designation included a benchmark score across key programs and policies such as the strength of company military recruiting efforts, the percentage… Read the full news article
Holiday Car Rental Reservations Up 25 Percent at Enterprise Rent-A-Car’s Neighborhood Locations
Consumers Planning More Road Trips in Rental Vehicles to Celebrate Holidays with Family and Friends ST. LOUIS, Mo. – 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — In anticipation of the AAA Christmas holiday travel announcement, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, North America’s largest rental car brand, reports today that advance reservations are currently up more than 25 percent over last year. This… Read the full news article
Enterprise rebrands Spanish ATESA and French Citer SA
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Holdings has announced that it plans to rebrand Spanish ATESA and French Citer SA as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, which will take effect on 1 February. This decision follows the group acquiring both of the companies in February this year as part of its growth strategy in Europe to develop an extensive network… Read the full news article
Enterprise Holdings, Big Wake-Up Call for Car Sharing and Urban Mobility
Enterprise Sustainability Blog: Independent research challenges “romanticized view of collaborative consumption” ST. LOUIS, 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — A recent independent study, as reported in ScienceDaily.com, confirms affordability and convenience are the primary factors for customers’ participation in car-sharing programs. The study – “Access Based Consumption: The Case for Car Sharing” by Northeastern University’s Fleura Bardhi and… Read the full news article
Enterprise Holdings affiche ses Ambitions de Croissance en Europe avec L’integration de Citer et Atesa sous sa Marque (France – French)
2012-12-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Avec le rebranding de Citer et Atesa, Enterprise Holdings passe un nouveau cap dans son développement européen Dès février 2013, le réseau global d’Enterprise Rent-A-Car sera renforcé avec les 350 agences des réseaux Citer et Atesa Enterprise Holdings prévoit des investissements en France pour l’ouverture de nouvelles agences tout au long de… Read the full news article
Enterprise Holdings Marks European Growth Intentions with Rebrand of Citer and ATESA as Enterprise (France – English)
Rebrand of Citer and ATESA, as Enterprise takes next steps in company’s European expansion. 350 locations added to global Enterprise Rent-A-Car network from February 2013 Investment in new branches planned in France throughout 2013 Programme to increase and develop French employee base Paris, 2012-12-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Holdings, the world’s largest car rental provider, has… Read the full news article
Enterprise Rent-A-Car to Start International Franchise Network
2012-12-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Holdings announced today that for the first time in its more than 55-year history, the company is franchising its Enterprise Rent-A-Car brand and is appointing Guerin Car Rental Solutions as a franchisee in Portugal. “While this may be the first franchising agreement for the Enterprise Rent-A-Car brand, it won’t be the… Read the full news article