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  • Hertz Recognized For Sustainable Business Travel Program
Company’s Collaboration with Autodesk Receives Global Business Travel Association ICARUS Sustainability Award

    Hertz Recognized For Sustainable Business Travel Program Company’s Collaboration with Autodesk Receives Global Business Travel Association ICARUS Sustainability Award

    NAPLES, Fla., Aug. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE:HTZ), the world’s largest general use car rental brand, recently earned top honors from The GBTA Foundation, the education and research arm of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), and Project ICARUS in their 2nd Annual Sustainability Outstanding Achievement Awards. Hertz and Autodesk jointly received the award for their collaborative efforts to increase hybrid and fuel-efficient rental car use among business travelers.

    "Hertz is always looking for opportunities to provide sustainable business value to our customers that deliver both cost and environmental savings," commented Mark P. Frissora, Hertz Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Autodesk and Hertz’s mutual focus on improving sustainable business travel was a perfect fit for collaboration. Our joint effort to increase green vehicle utilization has been a huge success, and it’s an honor to win this award with them."

    The Hertz Corporation and world leader in 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software and services, Autodesk, were honored this year for their work together which increased business travel usage of alternative fuel vehicles; increased overall high MPG vehicle utilization; lowered CO2 emissions; increase usage of Hertz 24/7 electric vehicles; and reduced fuel costs. These achievements resulted from a strategic green travel program implemented by both companies and Autodesk’s continued commitment to rent hybrids, fuel-efficient and electric vehicles from Hertz.

    The award recognizes travel buyers, suppliers and intermediaries who can demonstrate outstanding leadership, innovation and commitment to delivering best-in-class sustainability programs, products and services across North America.

    To learn more about Hertz Living Journey Sustainability efforts, visit http://www.abouthertz.com/pdf/Hertz-Sustainability-Report-2012.pdf

    About The Hertz Corporation
    Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar Rent A Car, Thrifty Car Rental, and Firefly brands from approximately 11,500 corporate, licensee and franchisee locations in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and New Zealand. Additionally, The Company operates the Hertz 24/7 hourly car rental business. Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 9,770 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 150 countries. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. and is at approximately 130 major airports in Europe. Dollar and Thrifty have approximately 1,410 corporate and franchisee locations in approximately 80 countries. Hertz is an inaugural member of Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards Hall of Fame and was recently named, for the thirteenth time by the magazine’s readers as the Best Car Rental Agency. Hertz also swept the global awards for Best Rewards Program and Best Overall Benefits from FlyerTalk.com. Product and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, NeverLost® and unique cars and SUVs offered through the Company’s Adrenaline, Prestige, Green Traveler, and Dream Car Collections also set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation. The Company also owns a leading North American equipment rental business, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services.

    About Project ICARUS
    Project ICARUS, a GBTA Foundation initiative, is the most widely recognized and respected Corporate Sustainability/Corporate Social Responsibility program within the global business travel and meeting industry. This is a project led by and targeted primarily at national and international travel buyers/managers and their suppliers/intermediaries, who wish to integrate sustainability into the way they manage, run and supply travel and meetings programs.

    About the Global Business Travel Association
    The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) is the world’s premier business travel and meetings organization. Collectively, GBTA’s 6,000-plus members manage over $340 billion of global business travel and meetings expenditures annually. GBTA provides its network of 21,000 business and government travel and meetings managers, as well as travel service providers, with networking events, news, education & professional development, research, and advocacy. For more information, visit gbta.org

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  • Hertz Continues Expansion Of Neighborhood Locations Throughout The U.S.
Hertz Opens 17 New Hertz Local Edition Locations

    Hertz Continues Expansion Of Neighborhood Locations Throughout The U.S. Hertz Opens 17 New Hertz Local Edition Locations

    NAPLES, Fla., July 31, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ) continues to add to its neighborhood market network with the opening of another 17 Hertz Local Edition locations in 13 states (listed below). These new locations are in addition to the approximately 80 neighborhood locations opened since January 2014, and more than 2,900 locations currently open across the U.S. The openings are part of a company-wide strategy to accelerate expansion in the off-airport, neighborhood car rental market servicing the replacement, leisure and business customers.

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    Hertz Continues Expansion of Neighborhood Locations Opening 17 New Hertz Local Edition Locations Across the U.S. (PRNewsFoto/The Hertz Corporation)

    Hertz Continues Expansion of Neighborhood Locations Opening 17 New Hertz Local Edition Locations Across the U.S. (PRNewsFoto/The Hertz Corporation)

    "It’s imperative at Hertz that we are consistently expanding our network of neighborhood locations, especially in convenient suburban locations, such as auto repair shops," commented John Holt, Hertz Senior Vice President, Off Airport Operations. "We strive to provide our customers with the fastest and easiest car rental experience possible, and with more than 2,900 suburban locations nationwide, we continue to provide customers with a fast and easy rental experience, no matter where they are."

    The off-airport segment is strategically critical for Hertz and the company is committed to developing new and expanded partnerships in the replacement market, offering customers pickup and delivery service, as well as growing leisure and business rentals.

    Located in convenient, easy-to-reach locations, the openings provide Hertz customers with a full range of rental vehicles including compact through full-size cars and SUVs, and offers special weekend rates. Rentals are also eligible to earn Hertz Gold Plus Rewards points, the company’s customer loyalty program that has a wide range of flexible reward options. Rewards include points that never expire, "Any Day" rewards that have no blackout periods, easy only redemption, and a wide variety of car rewards. Pickup and delivery service and direct billing to insurance companies are also available. In addition, as with all hertz corporate locations, vehicles are available for rental with unlimited mileage and all rate structures are honored, including one-way, inter-city rates.

    The new openings are located in the following states:

    Arizona

    California

    District of Columbia

    Florida

    Georgia

    Maryland

    Massachusetts

    New Jersey

    New York

    Oregon

    Pennsylvania

    South Carolina

    Virginia

    For more information about Hertz Local Edition locations and to find a location nearest you, visit www.hertz.com.

    About Hertz

    Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly brands from approximately 11,555 corporate and licensee locations in about 145 countries in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and New Zealand. Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 10,090 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 145 countries. Dollar and Thrifty have approximately 1,400 corporate and franchise locations in approximately 75 countries. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. and at 130 major airports in Europe.

    Product and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, NeverLost®, Carfirmations, Mobile Wi-Fi and unique vehicles offered through the Company’s Adrenaline, Dream, Family, Fun, Green and Prestige Collections also set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation, operates the Hertz 24/7 hourly car rental business and sells vehicles through its Rent2Buy program. The Company also owns a leading North American equipment rental business, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services. More information about the company can be found at www.abouthertz.com.

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  • Hertz Launches ‘Certified Clean & Safe’ Rental Program

    Hertz Launches ‘Certified Clean & Safe’ Rental Program

    NAPLES, Fla., July 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ) announces the company’s new protocol for rental car maintenance and cleanliness, Hertz Certified Clean & Safe, which is being rolled out to all Hertz airport and suburban locations in the U.S. For the first time, the company is sharing with customers each step taken, which includes a 35 point checklist, to prepare every car and verify the vehicle is certified clean and safe before it’s rented. Once the vehicle is certified, a card signed by the representative preparing it for rental is placed on the vehicle’s steering column to reassure the customer it has been certified clean and safe.

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    Hertz Certified Clean & Safe verifies cars are clean and safe before rental. (PRNewsFoto/The Hertz Corporation)

    Hertz Certified Clean & Safe verifies cars are clean and safe before rental. (PRNewsFoto/The Hertz Corporation)

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    "At Hertz we’re committed to ensuring our vehicles are clean and safe before each rental," commented Mark P. Frissora, Hertz Chairman and CEO. "With the Certified Clean and Safe program, we’re taking steps to share our internal processes, and are providing a personal touch and added sense of security for customers, knowing their rental has undergone a 35 point cleaning and inspection process prior to being rented."

    At each Hertz location there is a dedicated maintenance and cleaning area where vehicle inspections are conducted. Before each vehicle is driven off the lot, it must undergo a 35 point checklist, which includes:

    Certified Clean:

    • Door panels/pockets
    • Dashboard and steering
    • Seats, front and back
    • Glove compartment
    • Windows, in and out
    • Mirrors, in and out
    • Cup holders
    • Console
    • Odors
    • Exterior

    Certified Safe:

    • Windshield and wipers
    • Spare tire/tools
    • Owner’s manual available
    • Lights, in and out
    • No warning lights
    • Tires and tread
    • AC/heater
    • Seat belts
    • Antenna
    • Fuel

    "I know first-hand just how important is it to make sure your vehicle is both safe and clean before hitting the road," commented Joey Logano, Driver, Penske Racing. "Before every race my vehicle undergoes a similar approval process that is essential for keeping me safe. It’s reassuring to know that Hertz is taking these same precautionary measures for each and every vehicle they rent."

    The program was piloted at three Hertz locations: San Diego, Dulles and Cincinnati, receiving high remarks from both employees and customers on the transparency of the program. Over the coming weeks, this will become a corporate-wide protocol for all Hertz rental locations.

    To learn more about the Hertz Certified Clean & Safe program, visit www.Hertz.com.

    About Hertz
    Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly brands from approximately 11,555 corporate and licensee locations in about 145 countries in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and New Zealand. Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 10,090 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 145 countries. Dollar and Thrifty have approximately 1,400 corporate and franchise locations in approximately 75 countries. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. and at 130 major airports in Europe. Product and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, NeverLost®, Carfirmations, Mobile Wi-Fi and unique vehicles offered through the Company’s Adrenaline, Dream, Family, Fun, Green and Prestige Collections also set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation, operates the Hertz 24/7 hourly car rental business and sells vehicles through its Rent2Buy program. The Company also owns a leading North American equipment rental business, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services. More information about the company can be found at www.abouthertz.com.

    SOURCE The Hertz Corporation

  • Hertz Delivers The Winning Service For Tennis Stars During Wimbledon
Hertz celebrates 20 years as the official transport supplier to the Wimbledon Tennis Championships, offering fans the chance to try out “Winning Service Tips” in special tennis game and win men’s finals tickets

    Hertz Delivers The Winning Service For Tennis Stars During Wimbledon Hertz celebrates 20 years as the official transport supplier to the Wimbledon Tennis Championships, offering fans the chance to try out “Winning Service Tips” in special tennis game and win men’s finals tickets

    LONDON, June 25, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE:HTZ), the world’s largest general use car rental brand, will deliver a championship performance for the 20th year running by ensuring that Wimbledon tennis stars reach their matches on time. As the official transport supplier for The Wimbledon Tennis Championships Hertz will provide 165 vehicles to chauffeur players and staff over 250,000 miles in 17,000 journeys during the next two weeks.

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    Hertz, official transport supplier to the Wimbledon Tennis Championships for the 20th year, offers tennis fans the chance to try out  "Winning Service Tips" in a specially designed tennis game. (PRNewsFoto/The Hertz Corporation)

    Hertz, official transport supplier to the Wimbledon Tennis Championships for the 20th year, offers tennis fans the chance to try out "Winning Service Tips" in a specially designed tennis game. (PRNewsFoto/The Hertz Corporation)

    Michel Taride, Group President, Hertz International, said: "We are thrilled to be celebrating our second decade as the Official Transport Supplier for the Wimbledon Tennis Championships. I’d like to thank the hard working drivers and staff who have delivered a winning service year over year, ensuring that players and staff have a smooth and pleasant journey to and from their matches."

    As part of the 20th anniversary celebrations, Hertz will be serving up Winning Service Tips across the billboards at Wimbledon station in association with the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards loyalty program. Fans waiting in The Queue will be able to try out these tips in a tennis serve target game designed by Hertz. Fans simply enter the Hertz tennis gallery situated near the queue to practice their ace, kick and slice serves, taking aim at Wimbledon and Hertz themed targets. The best servers who hit the targets are in with a chance of winning tickets for the men’s final next year.

    Neil Cunningham, General Manager, Hertz UK, added: "It’s a blast engaging with fans through our experiential activity in The Queue, where they can try out our Winning Service Tips for tennis, courtesy of Hertz Gold Plus Rewards. While Wimbledon gives tennis stars the opportunity to lift the gold cup or plate, our loyalty program offers customers a gold rental experience."

    Hertz’s official fleet transportation during the tournament includes 150 Ford Galaxy and 15 Ford SMax vehicles, as well as two long wheel base vans and 2 executive coaches for VIP transportation.

    Wimbledon fans do not need to be at the tournament to be in with a shot of being at the finals next year, as Hertz is also giving one lucky winner the chance to net the pair of tickets by simply tweeting a Wimbledon-inspired picture with the #winningservice. Whether fans are in Wimbledon fancy dress, posing with a summery refreshing drink, or juggling tennis balls, they can simply share their photo with the hashtag and enter the competition.

    Additionally, Hertz’s Gold Plus Rewards scheme and its benefits will be highlighted on the 24 buses shuttling people between the station and the Club.

    Hertz also continues to work closely with various partners to offer their customers a chance to win tickets to the championship and other special offers. Participating partners include: Aegean Airlines, AMEX, BCD Travel, Etihad Guest in partnership with Savoy, Flying Blue (Air France/KLM), Lufthansa Miles & More, Marriot, Relais & Chateaux, Ryanair, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club and Visa.

    About Hertz
    Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly brands from approximately 11,555 corporate and licensee locations in about 145 countries in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and New Zealand. Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 10,090 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 145 countries. Dollar and Thrifty have approximately 1,400 corporate and franchise locations in approximately 75 countries. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. and at 130 major airports in Europe.

    Product and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, NeverLost®, Carfirmations, Mobile Wi-Fi and unique vehicles offered through the Company’s Adrenaline, Dream, Family, Fun, Green and Prestige Collections also set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation, operates the Hertz 24/7 hourly car rental business and sells vehicles through its Rent2Buy program. The Company also owns a leading North American equipment rental business, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services. More information about the company can be found at www.abouthertz.com.

    Hertz Press Contact
    Nicola Hanley
    Ketchum
    T: +44 (0) 207 611 3597
    E: nicola.hanley@ketchum.com

    Ian Savage
    Ketchum
    T: +44 (0) 207 611 3774
    E: ian.savage@ketchum.com

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    SOURCE The Hertz Corporation

  • Hertz Serving CARSTAR Locations
Locations in IL and FL Providing Rentals for Replacement, Leisure and Business Needs

    Hertz Serving CARSTAR Locations Locations in IL and FL Providing Rentals for Replacement, Leisure and Business Needs

    PARK RIDGE, N.J., June 24, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Hertz (NYSE:HTZ), the world’s largest general use car rental brand, announces it has begun servicing two new CARSTAR locations: Stock Auto Body CARSTAR in Illinois and Schlenker Automotive CARSTAR in Florida. The openings are part of a Company-wide strategy to expand in the off airport, neighborhood car rental market servicing replacement, leisure and business customers.

    "Hertz is excited to be partnering with these CARSTAR locations and expanding our network in Illinois and Florida," commented John Holt, Senior Vice President, Off Airport Operations for Hertz. "As CARSTAR facilities, the shops are known for providing consistently, high quality vehicle repairs. Our partnership lets customers get back on the road in the fastest and easiest way possible after dropping their car off for service or repairs."

    With convenient and easy to reach locations; the partnership with Hertz provides customers with a range of rental vehicles including compact through full-size cars and SUVs for rent while their car is in the shop. In addition to insurance rates, Hertz offers special weekend rates and rentals are eligible to earn Gold Plus Rewards points, Hertz’s customer loyalty program that has a wide range of flexible reward options. Pickup and delivery service and direct billing to insurance companies are also available. In addition, as with all Hertz corporate locations, vehicles are available for rental with unlimited mileage and all rate structures are honored, including one-way, inter-city rates.

    Hertz products and services specifically tailored to the suburban market include:

    Hertz Local Edition: Hertz’s network of neighborhood locations serving replacement, leisure and business customers and offering customers pickup and delivery service as well as ‘Key2Key’ service with cars conveniently located at auto body and collision repair shops, enabling customers to have access to a car while their car is in the shop.

    Hertz Technology: Committed to providing customers speed, ease and value with technological innovations and personalized service, unique customer services include:

    • Carfirmation: A mobile email/SMS text service – Mobile Gold Alerts — that confirms a Gold customer’s reservation, advises of their car, and its location at the facility. Mobile Gold Alerts also show other available cars and upgrades and lets customers select the one they want – all via their mobile device.
    • Choose Control: Hertz Gold Choice gives the customer the power to keep the car they reserved or simply choose another, something no other car rental brand offers.
    • Zap Technology: Hertz e-Return is the fastest way to get customers, when they return, back on their way home. Hertz will email the customer’s receipt in a flash.
    • Acceler-Rental: Hertz offers customers the ability to rent cars through a live face-to-face video kiosk with ExpressRent kiosks.
    • Mobile Apps: As consumers are looking to mobile technologies as a way to take back control of their travel experience, from on-the-go bookings to instant upgrades.
      • Hertz Mobile App: Book, modify and search car rental reservations, find locations, and browse special deals and offers all from the palm of your hand.
      • Hertz NeverLost My Explore App: Users can plan their itinerary and navigate popular cities all on their smart phone and import it into a calendar or to the award-winning Hertz NeverLost® GPS.

    The new locations are as follows:

    • Stock Auto Body CARSTAR, 263 S. Sixth Street, Wood River, IL (618) 251-9587
    • Schlenker Automotive CARSTAR, 385 Barton Blvd., Rockledge, FL (321) 632-5436

    Serving the insurance replacement industry for more than 10 years, Hertz has more than 2,500 neighborhood locations nationwide, the majority of which offer pickup and delivery service as well as insurance replacement rentals, and is a recognized supplier to more than 193 of the 209 largest insurance companies.

    About CarStar
    CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts is North America’s largest Multi-Shop Operator Network of independently owned collision repair facilities with more than 440 locations in 31 states and 10 Canadian provinces. CARSTAR delivers national scale, consistently high-quality vehicle repairs, repeatable outcomes and the industry’s highest customer satisfaction ratings; all repairs are backed by a national warranty and service guarantee. For more information visit www.carstar.com.

    About Hertz
    Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty brands from approximately 10,400 corporate, licensee and franchisee locations in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and New Zealand. Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 8,800 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 150 countries. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. and at 111 major airports in Europe. Dollar and Thrifty have approximately 1,580 corporate and franchisee locations in approximately 80 countries. Hertz is an inaugural member of Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards Hall of Fame and was recently named, for the thirteenth time, by the magazine’s readers as the Best Car Rental Agency. Hertz also swept the global awards for Best Rewards Program and Best Overall Benefits from FlyerTalk.com. Product and services such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, NeverLost®, and unique cars and SUVs offered through the Company’s Adrenaline, Prestige and Green Traveler Collections, set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation and operates a leading North American equipment rental business, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services.

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  • Hertz and Ryanair Exclusive Offer Saves Holidaymakers Money on Flights
Ryanair customers will receive a free 10 pounds Sterling / euro 10 flight voucher when booking a Hertz car this June

    Hertz and Ryanair Exclusive Offer Saves Holidaymakers Money on Flights Ryanair customers will receive a free 10 pounds Sterling / euro 10 flight voucher when booking a Hertz car this June

    LONDON, June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), the world’s leading general use car rental brand, has announced it is offering Ryanair customers the exclusive chance to receive a £10 / €10 flight voucher as part of its car hire partnership with Europe’s favourite low fares airline. The airline’s customers who book a car with Hertz, Thrifty or Firefly in June, will be emailed a flight voucher code to redeem against a future Ryanair flight. This exclusive offer forms part of Hertz’s commitment to offer Ryanair’s customers the easiest and most convenient car hire solutions.

    Michel Taride, Group President, Hertz International, said: "This is a fantastic deal for our customers. We are giving them the opportunity to enjoy even lower cost flights with our partner Ryanair whilst continuing to offer a streamlined service when renting a Hertz car. This is a great summer promotion, designed to give something back to customers who are planning short or long breaks this season."

    In addition to exclusive special offers and an integrated booking system – that allows car rental and flight bookings to be made at the same time – Ryanair customers enjoy ready access to Hertz’s wide range of vehicles at all of Ryanair’s 185 airports across Europe and North Africa.

    Ryanair customers are able to earn a maximum of four flight vouchers when booking cars with Hertz in June, for pick ups between 1 June and 30 September. All vouchers must be redeemed within 3 months from the date of receipt. Terms and conditions apply.

    For further information, bookings and full terms and conditions, visit www.hertz4ryanair.com.

    About Hertz

    Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly brands from approximately 11,555 corporate and licensee locations in about 145 countries in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and New Zealand. Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 10,090 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 145 countries. Dollar and Thrifty have approximately 1,400 corporate and franchise locations in approximately 75 countries. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. and at 130 major airports in Europe.

    Product and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, NeverLost®, Carfirmations, Mobile Wi-Fi and unique vehicles offered through the Company’s Adrenaline, Dream, Family, Fun, Green and Prestige Collections also set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation, operates the Hertz 24/7 hourly car rental business and sells vehicles through its Rent2Buy program. The Company also owns a leading North American equipment rental business, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services. More information about the company can be found at www.abouthertz.com.

    Hertz Press Contact
    Nicola Hanley
    Ketchum
    T: +44 (0) 207 611 3597
    E: nicola.hanley@ketchum.com

    Ian Savage
    Ketchum
    T: +44 (0) 207 611 3774
    E: ian.savage@ketchum.com

    SOURCE The Hertz Corporation

  • Hertz Joins The Sustainable Mobility Initiative Zem2All To Provide Electric Vehicle Access In Spain

    Hertz Joins The Sustainable Mobility Initiative Zem2All To Provide Electric Vehicle Access In Spain

    LONDON, June 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), has recently joined in Spain Zero Emissions Mobility To All (Zem2All), the largest electric mobility demonstration project in Europe. In partnership with Endesa, Hertz will be renting the all-electric Nissan Leaf from its Malaga city and airport locations to help to promote sustainable and smarter city transport.

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    Hertz has joined the e-mobility initiative Zem2All in Spain, adding the all-electric Nissan Leaf to its fleet in Malaga. (PRNewsFoto/The Hertz Corporation)

    Hertz has joined the e-mobility initiative Zem2All in Spain, adding the all-electric Nissan Leaf to its fleet in Malaga. (PRNewsFoto/The Hertz Corporation)

    Globally, Hertz is working to provide customers and communities with sustainable mobility solutions, such as zero emissions and alternative fuel vehicles as well as car sharing as part of its sustainability program Living Journey (www.HertzLivingJourney.com).

    Hertz’s collaboration with Zem2All and the City of Malaga aims to deliver sustainable real-world solutions by providing electric vehicle (EV) access to local residents and tourists alike.

    Michel Taride, Group President, Hertz International, said: "As a leader in the car rental industry, Hertz is well positioned to help customers and cities to gain first-hand experience with electric vehicles. We strongly believe that investing in innovative and convenient solutions that reduce the environmental impacts of travel is an important step towards sustainable transport on a global scale. In partnership with Zem2All, we will be working to create a compelling electric drive transport model that can be easily exported to other cities."

    Zem2All was created to transform mobility in cities, implement widespread use of electric vehicles and gain the knowledge required to deploy large-scale EV’s schemes in cities. Through this project, 160 electric vehicles and recharging points have already been rolled out in Malaga with another 40 coming soon.

    According to studies by Zem2All, transport, specifically cars and trucks, generates 43% of global carbon emissions. Electric mobility can help to reduce significantly driving emissions given that its footprint is non-existent. Additionally, EVs’ efficiency doubles the featured by the current internal combustion engines.

    The Nissan Leaf model, part of Hertz Green Collection, has been chosen for the Zem2All program due to its convenience and performance. Thanks to its electric motor, driving 100 miles costs about two euros. Drivers who choose this sustainable mobility option have one of the most extensive fast recharge networks in Europe, with 23 charging points at nine sites in Malaga, Fuengirola and Marbella.

    This Hispanic-Japanese project is led by the Spanish electricity and gas company Endesa in partnership with Telefónica and Ayesa. The Japanese side of the project is conducted by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, in partnership with Mitsubishi Corporation and Hitachi.

    Hertz’s sustainability strategy Living Journey focuses on sustainable transport initiatives as well as on reducing the environmental impacts of the company’s buildings and operations. A number of strategic initiatives have materialized so far, including solar energy production, energy efficiency upgrades, recycling at rental locations and use of waterless car washing.

    About Hertz
    Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly brands from approximately 11,555 corporate and licensee locations in about 145 countries in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and New Zealand. Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 10,090 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 145 countries. Dollar and Thrifty have approximately 1,400 corporate and franchise locations in about 75 countries. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. and at 130 major airports in Europe.

    Product and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, NeverLost®, Carfirmations, Mobile Wi-Fi and unique vehicles offered through the Company’s Adrenaline, Dream, Family, Fun, Green and Prestige Collections also set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation, operates the Hertz 24/7 hourly car rental business and sells vehicles through its Rent2Buy program. The Company also owns a leading North American equipment rental business, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services. More information about the Company can be found at www.abouthertz.com.

    Hertz Press Contacts

    Nicola Hanley
    Ketchum
    T: +44 (0) 207 611 3597
    E: nicola.hanley@ketchum.com

    Ian Savage
    Ketchum
    T: +44 (0) 207 611 3774
    E: ian.savage@ketchum.com

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    SOURCE The Hertz Corporation

  • Chevy Spark EV Available at Hertz
Top Electric Vehicle in 2014 Fuel Economy Guide Available for Rent in California

    Chevy Spark EV Available at Hertz Top Electric Vehicle in 2014 Fuel Economy Guide Available for Rent in California

    PARK RIDGE, N.J., June 10, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), the world’s largest general use airport car rental brand, is offering the year’s top electric vehicle according to Fuel Economy Guide, the 2014 Chevrolet Spark, at its San Francisco and Los Angeles airport locations, as well as Hertz local facilities throughout California. According to the 2014 Fuel Economy Guide released by the EPA and Energy Department, the 2014 Chevrolet Spark electric vehicle is the most fuel-efficient vehicle. The subcompact car achieves miles per gallon equivalent to 119 combined, 128 city and 109 highway.

    "Hertz is constantly looking for opportunities to improve and grow our sustainability efforts and we’re excited to offer this year’s most fuel-efficient vehicle for rent," commented Mark P. Frissora, Hertz Chairman and CEO. "In addition to Hertz’s EV program and Green Traveler Collection, environmental sustainability is integrated throughout the Company, from our car wash process to the way we build our rental locations. Having a selection of leading electric vehicles in our fleet gives customers a valued selection of smart mobility option when renting."

    The Chevrolet Spark is just one of Hertz’s many Smart Mobility rental choices, which includes electric vehicles, hybrids and car sharing. Smart Mobility is part of the company’s sustainability roadmap to reduce the environmental impacts of driving, without compromising convenience or customer needs. The goal is to help make smart, sustainable mobility a viable, global reality by giving customers and communities access to, and the experience of, driving greener rentals.

    The Hertz EV program provides customers global access to EVs. The program has grown from a vision to a market reality in more than ten cities and three continents, offering a diverse fleet of EVs from manufacturers like Nissan, GM and Tesla.

    Hertz is listed on the Natural Capital Leaders Index and has been recognized for its sustainability achievements, receiving the Global Business Travel Association’s "Sustainable Innovation Award", Swedish Association of Green Motorists’ "Most Environmentally Friendly Car Rental Company", and Fleet News UK’s "Environmental Award."

    About Hertz
    Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly brands from approximately 11,555 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 145 countries in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and New Zealand. Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 10,090 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 145 countries. Our Dollar and Thrifty brands have approximately 1,400 corporate and franchise locations in approximately 75 countries. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. and at 130 major airports in Europe. Hertz is an inaugural member of Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards Hall of Fame and was recently named, for the thirteenth time, by the magazine’s readers as the Best Car Rental Agency. Hertz also swept the global awards for Best Rewards Program and Best Overall Benefits from FlyerTalk.com. Product and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, NeverLost®, and unique vehicles offered through the Company’s Adrenaline, Prestige, Green Traveler, and Dream Car Collections, also set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation and operates the Hertz 24/7™ hourly car rental business. The Company also owns a leading North American equipment rental business, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services. More information about the Company can be found at www.abouthertz.com.

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  • Hertz Earns Top Honors In Public Relations Industry
Company Awarded The Holmes Report’s Gold SABRE Award

    Hertz Earns Top Honors In Public Relations Industry Company Awarded The Holmes Report’s Gold SABRE Award

    NAPLES, Fla., June 9, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), the world’s largest general use car rental brand, was awarded the Gold SABRE Award in Corporate Reputation – Institutional Image for its ongoing public relations efforts to support the brand’s initiatives.

    "Hertz is redefining the premium car rental experience, creating a valued rental experience for our customers and constantly evolving to be the preferred car rental choice," commented Mark P. Frissora, Hertz Chairman and CEO. "The work we’ve done helped spread the word to our customers and valued industry leaders that Hertz is consistently evolving to make the car rental experience faster and easier."

    Over the past year, Hertz engaged consumers and industry leaders in its ongoing efforts for a faster, easier and more convenient car rental experience for its customers. Throughout 2013, Hertz focused on re-branding itself through its innovative technology, car rental fleet advancements, facility redesigns and revolutionary new Hertz 24/7 on-demand car service. Hertz raised awareness of these advancements among customers in an effort to make it the top choice car rental agency among consumers.

    The SABRE Awards, hosted by The Holmes Report, recognizes superior achievement in branding reputation and engagement. "The New Hertz" campaign beat out more than 2,000 entries received across North America. Each year the awards showcase and celebrate the best work produced by public relations firms and departments and is attended by more than 1,000 industry leaders.

    About The Hertz Corporation
    Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar Rent A Car, Thrifty Car Rental, and Firefly brands from approximately 11,500 corporate, licensee and franchisee locations in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and New Zealand. Additionally, The Company operates the Hertz 24/7 hourly car rental business. Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 9,770 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 150 countries. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. and is at approximately 130 major airports in Europe. Dollar and Thrifty have approximately 1,410 corporate and franchisee locations in approximately 80 countries. Hertz is an inaugural member of Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards Hall of Fame and was recently named, for the thirteenth time by the magazine’s readers as the Best Car Rental Agency. Hertz also swept the global awards for Best Rewards Program and Best Overall Benefits from FlyerTalk.com. Product and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, NeverLost® and unique cars and SUVs offered through the Company’s Adrenaline, Prestige, Green Traveler, and Dream Car Collections also set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation. The Company also owns a leading North American equipment rental business, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services.

    About the SABRE Awards
    SABRE awards are bestowed annually and are presented for Superior Achievement in Branding and Reputation. Diamond SABREs recognize the increased contribution public relations is making in the C-suite, Gold SABREs recognize the best programs in specific brand-building and reputation management categories, and Silver SABREs focus on superior content creation. The Holmes Group exists to provide competitive insight and intelligence to public relations professionals. Products include consulting services, customized research, industry white papers, a weekly newsletter, The Holmes Report, and a comprehensive website. The Holmes Report is created for public relations professionals and offers industry news articles on new developments in the field and the trends and issues facing public relations professionals today and tomorrow.

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  • Hertz Expands Dream Collection In Europe With Additional Elite Models
Hertz adds Maserati GranTurismo, Mercedes C 63 AMG Coupe, Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed, and BMW 6 Series Convertible to its European Dream Collection

    Hertz Expands Dream Collection In Europe With Additional Elite Models Hertz adds Maserati GranTurismo, Mercedes C 63 AMG Coupe, Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed, and BMW 6 Series Convertible to its European Dream Collection

    LONDON, June 6, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE:HTZ), the world’s leading general use car rental company, has recently expanded its exclusive Dream Collection in Europe with new stunning models such as the Mercedes C 63 AMG Coupe in Italy and the UK and the stylish Maserati GranTurismo in France. Other newly added high end vehicles include the powerful Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed in the Netherlands and the modern BMW 6 Series Convertible in Spain.

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    Hertz expands its Dream Collection in Europe adding the stunning Maserati GranTurismo, Mercedes C 63 AMG Coupe, Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed and BMW 6 Series Convertible to the range. (PRNewsFoto/The Hertz Corporation)

    Hertz expands its Dream Collection in Europe adding the stunning Maserati GranTurismo, Mercedes C 63 AMG Coupe, Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed and BMW 6 Series Convertible to the range. (PRNewsFoto/The Hertz Corporation)

    "The Hertz Dream Collection gives people the opportunity to experience some of the most famous and desirable brands in elite motoring," commented Michel Taride, Group President, Hertz International. "The Dream car experience extends from special reservation channels to being greeted by a Hertz representative at the pick-up point, and then getting behind the wheel of a breath-taking vehicle in pristine condition. We ensure that whisking away and driving a car of your dreams from the Hertz Dream Collection will be an unforgettable pleasure."

    The Dream Collection is available in selected locations across Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and the UK. The existing collection also includes other remarkable models such as the Maserati Ghibli in Belgium, Aston Martin Vantage in France, Jaguar XK Convertible in Germany, Mercedes S 350 BlueTEC in Italy, Porsche Cayman in the Netherlands, and the Aston Martin DB9 in the UK, amongst many others. Additionally, the iconic award-winning Jaguar F-TYPE convertible is part of the Collection in Germany as well as in Belgium, France, Italy, the Netherlands and Spain, where the all new F-TYPE Coupe will also be available shortly. Hertz also offers a Dream Cars range in the US, featuring models such as the Range Rover Sport and BMW M3 convertible.

    The high end marques and top service that characterize The Hertz Dream Collection redefine the premium car rental experience. The selected Dream vehicle is handed over in person by the specially trained Dream team so that customers can bypass the counter or, in some locations, have the car delivered directly to them. All bookings are backed by Hertz’s make and model guarantee, meaning that the customers will drive away exactly the car they booked.

    A personalized reservation service is available on the dedicated microsites www.hertzdreamcollection.co.uk for the UK and www.hertzdreamcars.com for the US. In the rest of the countries where the collection is available, bookings can be made on Hertz’s local websites.

    The Hertz Dream Collection (called Hertz Dream Cars in the US) is the latest addition to the unique and distinctive Hertz Collections. Other specially created ranges in Europe include the Prestige Collection, a line of luxurious models known for increased levels of comfort, elegance and performance and the Family Collection, featuring extra space and a 5-star NCAP safety rating. European Collections also includes Fun, sleek and small sporty cars chosen for their great looks and character; and Green, a range of electric, hybrid and fuel-efficient cars.

    Collections in the US and Australia include Prestige, Green Traveler and Adrenaline – a range of exhilarating specialty performance cars.

    About Hertz

    Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly brands from approximately 11,555 corporate and licensee locations in about 145 countries in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and New Zealand. Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 10,090 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 145 countries. Dollar and Thrifty have approximately 1,400 corporate and franchise locations in approximately 75 countries. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. and at 130 major airports in Europe.

    Product and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, NeverLost®, Carfirmations, Mobile Wi-Fi and unique vehicles offered through the Company’s Adrenaline, Dream, Family, Fun, Green and Prestige Collections also set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation, operates the Hertz 24/7 hourly car rental business and sells vehicles through its Rent2Buy program. The Company also owns a leading North American equipment rental business, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services. More information about the Company can be found at www.abouthertz.com.

    Hertz Press Contacts

    Nicola Hanley
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    Ian Savage
    Ketchum
    T: +44 (0) 207 611 3774
    E: ian.savage@ketchum.com

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