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LONDON, Oct. 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), the world’s leading general use car rental brand, has introduced a number of high profile new models to its Supercar range in Europe (www.hertzsupercars.com), offering customers the driving experience of a lifetime. Hertz Supercars provide customers with the opportunity to drive high end marques in France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and the UK that would normally retail at six figure prices. New premium models added to the European collection include the McLaren MP4-12C Spider in the UK and Germany, the Ferrari F12berlinetta in France, the Porsche Cayenne and Porsche Cayman in the Netherlands, and the BMW X6 Drive 35 D and the Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE in Spain.

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Michel Taride, Group President, Hertz International, said: "We are delighted to introduce a number of new high end models to our Supercar range in Europe for our customers worldwide who want to enjoy a taste of the high life. At Hertz we are determined to offer our Supercar customers a first class experience – whether they are car enthusiasts, wanting to land an important business deal, celebrating a special occasion, or simply desiring an unforgettable thrill."

Hertz has also expanded its website service to incorporate the Spain lineup at Hertz Supercars online (www.hertzsupercars.com).

The 2013 edition of the McLaren, the MP4-12C Spider, now available for rental in UK and Germany, unleashes 616bhp, up from 592bhp in 2012, while the remapped engine, power increase and improved suspension make for a more exhilarating drive than ever before. In addition, drivers in the UK can enjoy the Lamborghini LP570-4 Performante Edizione Tecnica and other household names. Germany supercar enthusiasts can also experience the thrill of the Aston Martin Vanquish, Ferrari 458 Italia and the Maserati GranCabrio.

The Ferrari F12berlinetta, the most powerful high performance Ferrari ever built, has been added to the Hertz supercar range in France after receiving widespread acclaim during its launch in 2012. Additional supercars in France include the iconic Lamborghini LP 560 Spyder and the Aston Martin Virage Volante.

The Porsche Cayenne and Porsche Cayman in the Netherlands Supercar range (now referred to as Hertz Netherland’s Dream Collection) have been optimized for sport performance, while still offering their drivers a luxurious experience. Additional models in the Netherlands include the Porsche 911, Porsche Panamera, Porsche Boxster, Bentley GT Continental, Jaguar F-TYPE and Range Rover Evoque.

In addition to the sleek BMW X6 Drive 35 D and powerful Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE Hertz customers in Spain can drive a wide range of Ferraris, Porsches and Lamborghinis, as well as the new Audi R-8 and Mercedes SLS. The supercar range in Italy features high end marques such as the Maserati Quattroporte, Lamborghini Gallardo Spider and Ferrari California.

Hertz Supercars can be booked for France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and the UK from www.hertzsupercars.com. Benefits may include multi-driver policies, inclusive insurance and vehicle delivery, depending on the market. Special offers are occasionally available. Customers must be aged 25 and over with a valid driving license. Other important terms and conditions apply, and may differ by country or choice of vehicle.

About Hertz
The Hertz Corporation (www.hertz.com) operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly 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 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 80 countries.

Hertz is in its 95th year of delivering quality car rental solutions to leisure and corporate customers. Product and service innovations such as Hertz #1 Club Gold, Worldwide Online Check-in, specially designed NeverLost® satellite navigation systems, and unique cars offered through the company’s Prestige, Family, Fun/Adrenaline and Green Collections, set Hertz apart from the competition.

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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LONDON, Oct. 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), the world’s largest general use car rental brand, announced that Hertz UK is supplying 16 uniquely liveried vans and 20 people carriers to Rugby League World Cup 2013 (RLWC2013) as its Official Vehicle Hire Supplier. The vehicles will transport players, coaches and equipment to and from the fixtures during the six week tournament. To join in with the fun and excitement of the global sporting event, Hertz is providing each participating nation with their own specially designed van sporting colorful designs that capture the essence of their national identity. The Hertz brand will also be strongly profiled during the matches with large perimeter boards and match day program advertisements.

Hertz also provided the Trophy Tour Van which took the famous silverware across the UK over the past seven months, with the tour proving a major hit in RLWC2013’s host communities. The van, which is decorated with RLWC and Hertz imagery, will continue to be on the road until the start of the tournament.

Michel Taride, Group President of Hertz International, said: "Rugby League World Cup 2013 hosted by England and Wales promises plenty of high octane action. Hertz is very excited to be a part of the passion for RLWC2013 by providing specially decorated vans for the teams as well as people carriers – we will genuinely be helping to keep the tournament moving."

RLWC2013 Tournament General Manager Sally Bolton said: "After seeing all the enthusiasm generated by the Hertz Trophy Tour Van on its tour around the UK, we are really pleased to now have the bespoke Hertz vans along with the people carriers to transport the players, coaches and equipment of all nations participating in the tournament."

Due to be hosted across England and Wales, the competition will run from October 26 to November 30 and will see some of the most famous Rugby League teams from 14 countries across the world showcasing their talent and competing against one another to win the coveted trophy.

About Hertz

The Hertz Corporation (www.hertz.com) operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly 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 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 80 countries.

Hertz is in its 95th year of delivering quality car rental solutions to leisure and corporate customers. Product and service innovations such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, Worldwide Online Check-in, specially designed NeverLost® satellite navigation systems, and unique cars offered through the company’s Prestige, Family, Fun/Adrenaline and Green Collections, set Hertz apart from the competition.

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

SOURCE The Hertz Corporation

PARK RIDGE, N.J., Oct. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE:HTZ) has announced that Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation (hertzequip.com) has launched a new location including a retail showroom in Spokane Valley, Washington to serve the construction, industrial, government, and do-it-yourself markets. The 25,000 square foot facility provides a wide range equipment for rent or sale including aerial, compaction and paving, earth moving, generators, forklifts, trucks, trailers and small tools.

Purchased from the industry’s leading manufacturers, the Hertz equipment is available for daily, weekly, monthly and long-term rentals. There are also rent-to-own and rental purchase option plans available for the new and used equipment for sale.

Located in a Top 100 US metro market*, the Spokane Valley branch serves customers in Washington (Spokane, Spokane Falls, Cheney, Colville, Liberty Lake, Omak, Pullman, Ritzville), Idaho (Coeur d’Alene, Moscow, Post Falls) and Montana (Missoula). The branch also forms part of Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation’s large fleet network in the Pacific Northwest US.

Like all Hertz Equipment Rental locations, the Spokane Valley branch employs highly trained staff whose aim is to provide customers a premier rental experience. The branch is located two miles from Spokane at 328 N. Fancher Rd, Spokane Valley, WA 99212 and its hours of operation are Monday-Friday 7am to 5pm. Staff can be reached at telephone (509) 535-4261 or fax (509) 535-4878.

*Source: United States Office of Management and Budget.

About Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation
Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation (www.hertzequip.com) – a wholly owned subsidiary of The Hertz Corporation since 1965 – operates one of the world’s largest equipment rental businesses, offering a diverse line of equipment and tools for rent and sale. Products include aerial manlifts, air compressors and tools, earthmoving equipment and power generators, forklifts and material handling equipment, pumps, and trucks and trailers. Hertz Equipment also offers programs and equipment through its customer programs for Aerial, Energy, Entertainment, Government, HERC360 Fleet Management, Industrial Plants, National Accounts and Safety. With approximately 360 locations in the United States, Canada, China, France, Spain and Saudi Arabia as well as through international licensees, Hertz Equipment Rental offers daily, weekly, monthly and long-term rentals, tools and supplies, as well as new and used equipment for sale.

About The Hertz Corporation
Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly 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 was also voted the Best Overall Car Rental Company in Zagat’s 2013/14 U.S. Car Rental Survey, earning top honors in 10 additional categories, and the Company 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 and Green Traveler 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. Hertz also operates one of the world’s largest equipment rental businesses, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, through approximately 350 branches in the United States, Canada, China, France, Spain and Saudi Arabia, as well as through its international licensees.

Contact:
Zoe White
+44 1895 553 887
zoewhite@hertz.com

SOURCE The Hertz Corporation

LONDON, Oct. 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), the world’s largest general use car rental brand, has signed a partnership with Oxford Brookes University enabling more than 3,000 staff and 18,500 students to rent low emission and electric cars from Hertz by the hour. Hertz 24/7 vehicles will be available for staff use during working hours, with availability for students and private requirements during evenings, weekends and holidays.

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The Hertz 24/7 fleet for the University’s car club includes low emission Ford Fiesta’s, and an all-electric Mitsubishi IMiEV. The Oxford Brookes Car Club is part of the University’s on-going commitment to reduce travel costs and its carbon footprint.

Michel Taride, Group President, Hertz International, said: "We are delighted to collaborate with Oxford Brookes University to provide the convenience and environmental benefits of Hertz 24/7 to staff and students alike. The technology-enhanced Hertz 24/7 pool fleet for the University’s car club will help ease local congestion through shared vehicle use, while providing an alternative to driving a privately-owned car."

Henning Thiel, Sustainability Manager of Oxford Brookes University, said: "Hertz 24/7 will be an important addition to the University’s suite of transport solutions which provides an excellent service to our staff and students. While increasing the quality of the student experience, the car club will also help the University in reducing our environmental impacts and will have a positive effect on our local community by alleviating traffic and parking conditions."

The Hertz 24/7 cars for the Oxford Brookes Car Club are located at University buildings and student halls. These include the main campus at Gipsy Lane Site, the Clive Booth Student Village, Headington Hill Site, Marston Road Site, Wheatley Campus, Harcourt Hill Campus, Warnerford Hall and Crescent Hall. Members of the Oxford scheme can also access a network of Hertz 24/7 vehicles located across the country.

Students and staff can easily book the vehicles online, by phone, or by using iPhone or Android apps and, as with all 24/7 vehicles, RFID technology allows keyless entry to any vehicle in the fleet. While on the road, members have 24/7 one-touch access to the Customer Care Centre through the in-car hands-free telecom technology.

All 24/7 bookings include insurance, cleaning, maintenance and VAT, with standard rates starting from £5.50 per hour. Oxford Brookes Car Club members will also be able to use the Hertz 24/7 service in the UK, US, France, Germany, Spain and Australia for hourly, daily or weekly rentals, with any time instant access.

Oxford Brookes is the latest educational institution for Hertz’s 24/7 program in the UK, which also serves Imperial College London, Reading University and London’s Brunel University. Hertz 24/7 also partners with over 50 universities in the United States.

Hertz 24/7 offers technology-enhanced vehicles in convenient locations across the UK, US, France, Germany, Spain and Australia. Providing round-the-clock access to vehicles for hire by the hour, day, week or month, Hertz currently has 35,000 vehicles (including cars, mini-vans, vans and SUVs) equipped for 24/7 rentals. As Hertz continues to roll out the technology through its global fleet, around 500,000 vehicles are expected to be in the network by 2016, which is expected to be ten times the size of the current car sharing industry combined.

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About Hertz

The Hertz Corporation (www.hertz.com) 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 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 80 countries.

Hertz is in its 95th year of delivering quality car rental solutions to leisure and corporate customers. Product and service innovations such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, Worldwide Online Check-in, specially designed NeverLost® satellite navigation systems, and unique cars offered through the company’s Prestige, Family, Fun/Adrenaline and Green Collections, set Hertz apart from the competition.

Hertz Press Contacts

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

SOURCE The Hertz Corporation

ATLANTA, Oct. 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), the world’s largest general use airport car rental company, and FlightBridge, Inc. announced today that it has established a new partnership providing general aviation customers flying to Fixed Based Operations (FBOs) the ability to make Hertz car rental reservations using FlightBridge. FlightBridge is an online booking, communication and management tool that direct-connects general aviation aircraft operators, FBOs and travel-related services, including vehicle rentals, hotel reservations, catering requests and FBO arrangements.

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"Hertz is the preferred rental car company for many of the major private airline operating companies," commented Mark P. Frissora, Hertz Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Travelers using private flight operators appreciate speed and convenience. Through our partnership with FlightBridge, we offer our mutual customers another option to easily reserve Hertz car rentals at any FBO location they choose."

"FlightBridge customers often rent Hertz rental cars at FBO locations," said Dudley King, President of FlightBridge. "Our partnership with Hertz offers our mutual customers a convenient one-stop option to book Hertz car rentals online at nearly 500 FBO locations nationwide," continued King. "FlightBridge will integrate with an aircraft operator’s existing trip system, allowing Hertz car rentals, as well as other trip services and FBO arrangements, to be easily updated when trip changes occur," stated King.

Hertz is committed to providing its customers speed, ease and value with technological innovations and personalized service. Hertz provides customers with a full range of rental vehicles including full-size and premium cars and SUVs as well as cars from the Prestige, Adrenaline, and Green Traveler Collection and offers special weekend rates. Rentals are eligible to earn Gold Plus Rewards points, Hertz’s customer loyalty program that has a wide range of flexible reward options. Rewards include points that never expire, ‘AnyDay’ rewards that have no blackout periods, easy online redemption, and a wide variety of car rewards. Pickup and delivery service are also available and vehicles are available for rental with unlimited mileage and all rate structures are honored, including one-way, inter-city rates.

"Hertz is our exclusive car rental recommendation at every Million Air location," said Sandy Nelson, Chief Brand and Business Development Officer at Million Air. "The partnership between Hertz and FlightBridge complements Million Air’s exceptional customer service. FlightBridge offers our customers who wish to book online the ability to reserve their Hertz rental online at any one of our locations," Nelson continued.

About FlightBridge
FlightBridge is an online reservation, communication, and management system that direct connects general aviation aircraft operators, FBOs, and their service providers, such as hotels, vehicle rentals, catering, fuel, and other FBO handling arrangements. For more information or to schedule a demonstration visit www.flightbridge.com.

About Hertz
Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty, and Firefly 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. Hertz is an inaugural member of Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards Hall of Fame and was recently named, for the fourteenth time, by the magazine’s readers as the Best Car Rental Agency. Hertz was also voted the Best Overall Car Rental Company in Zagat’s 2013/14 U.S. Car Rental Survey, earning top honors in 10 additional categories, and the Company 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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MELBOURNE, Australia, Oct. 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), the world’s largest general use car rental brand, today introduces 40 new Toyota Prius Hybrid vehicles into its Green Collection in Australia. All Green Collection cars come with the Hertz Make and Model Guarantee ensuring customers drive away in the exact car they booked.

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The comfortable Toyota Prius can be powered by electricity, petrol or a combination of both and are now available to rent from city and airport locations in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra. Perth renters will have the chance to hire these fuel-efficient vehicles from November 1st this year.

Michel Taride, Group President, Hertz International, said: "Globally we are constantly looking for initiatives that reduce environmental impacts. The Green Collection highlights this commitment and features vehicles that reduce CO2 emissions to a practicable minimum."

Chris Rusden, Regional Vice President, Hertz Australia and New Zealand, added: "Sustainable business practices are extremely important to us, and we’re proud to expand the Green Collection in Australia with the Toyota Prius. The fuel-efficient vehicle is the ideal rental solution for drivers concerned about the environment and high fuel prices, while also looking for style, comfort and uncompromised performance."

Introducing the Toyota Prius in Australia is part of Hertz’s dedication to delivering smart mobility and sustainability solutions via its ‘Living Journey’ commitment, which builds on the company’s heritage of innovation and industry leadership. This includes a range of environmentally conscious business practices as well as vehicle rental options that are fuel efficient and use clean, low-emissions technology.

The new Toyota Prius vehicles offer Hertz customers a spacious and stylish drive, with sleek lines and a sweeping roof that also provides efficiency benefits. The pairing of an electric EV-motor with a robust petrol engine delivers significant fuel savings, and high-performing soundproofing materials deliver a uniquely tranquil drive. Each Toyota Prius seats up to five people, but features 60:40 split retractable rear seats to allow for flexible use of space when fewer passengers are travelling.

Hertz customers can rent the new Toyota Prius vehicles by visiting www.hertz.com. After selecting the Australian pick-up location and booking dates, the currently available Green Collection cars will be displayed.

More information about the Hertz Living Journey sustainability program is available at www.hertzlivingjourney.com.

About The Hertz Corporation
The Hertz Corporation operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly 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 was also voted the Best Overall Car Rental Company in Zagat’s 2013/14 U.S. Car Rental Survey, earning top honors in 10 additional categories, and the Company 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 and Green Traveler 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. Hertz also operates one of the world’s largest equipment rental businesses, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, through approximately 350 branches in the United States, Canada, China, France, Spain and Saudi Arabia, as well as through its international licensees.

About Hertz Australia
In Australia, Hertz has approximately 220 locations including all major airports, cities and a large number of regional towns. The fleet includes a range of well-maintained vehicles encompassing economy, intermediate and full-size cars as well as the Prestige, Fun, Adrenaline and Green Collections. In addition, minivans, 4WDs, trucks, mining and commercial vehicles are available to hire. Hertz Australia’s products and services include the innovative Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, the specially designed NeverLost® satellite navigation system in a range of languages, Mobile Wi-Fi and Premium Roadside Assistance.

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PARK RIDGE, N.J., Oct. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), the world’s largest general use car rental brand, has been awarded the 2013 COLLOQUY Loyalty Award for the 4^th Annual COLLOQUY Loyalty Awards, honoring groundbreaking innovations in loyalty marketing that are designed to enhance the consumer experience.

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"This award in particular is a huge honor because we take great pride in our Gold Plus Rewards free loyalty program to give our customers the most valued car rental experience possible," commented Mark P. Frissora, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer for Hertz. "This award is a true testament to Hertz’s passion and commitment to harnessing the most innovative technologies to create the fast and easy rental experience and services in the car rental industry worldwide."

Hertz Gold Plus Rewards is a free loyalty rewards program that allows valued Hertz customers to earn points per qualifying dollar spent at Hertz and Hertz 24/7, which can be used for free rentals, upgrades and more.

COLLOQUY, LoyaltyOne’s global research group, launched its Loyalty Awards in 2010 to salute the most innovative, customer-committed Enterprise Loyalty initiatives in the industry. The Global challenge produced winners from the United Stated, Canada, Australia and the United Arab Emirates.

"The COLLOQUY Loyalty Awards confer the highest honor on companies that are unwavering in their efforts to put the customer at the center of all efforts," said COLLOQUY Editor-at-Large Dennis Armbruster. "The innovations on display in these winning programs, operated by these industry leaders, provide ample proof that the future of loyalty marketing is in good hands."

Hertz is committed to providing its customers speed, ease and value with technological innovations and personalized service. "Traveling at the Speed of Hertz" offers a variety of unique customer enhancements, which 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 Hertz facility.
  • Carfirmation Upgrade: Hertz Carfirmations also shows other available cars and upgrades and lets members select the one they want – all on their mobile device in three simple steps.
• 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’s Gold enrollment and e-Return is the fastest way to get customers in their cars and when they return, back on their way home. Hertz will email the customer’s receipt in a flash.
• Acceler-Rental: Hertz is the first car rental company to now offer both airport and neighborhood location customers the ability to rent cars through a live face-to-face video kiosk with Hertz 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.
  • Hertz 24/7 Mobile App: Customers have 24/7 access to a variety of vehicles when and where they need them with the ability to reserve a car or modify an existing reservation and view upcoming and previous reservations.

Hertz was presented with an engraved crystal award at an awards ceremony September 24 during the 11^th Annual COLLOQUY Loyalty Summit in Dallas, TX. A printed summary of all the 2013 award winners is available for download at awards.colloquy.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 was also voted the Best Overall Car Rental Company in Zagat’s 2013/14 U.S. Car Rental Survey, earning top honors in 10 additional categories, and the Company 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.

SOURCE The Hertz Corporation

LONDON, Oct. 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), the world’s largest general use car rental brand, has signed a partnership with Imperial College London to provide Hertz 24/7 technology-enhanced vehicles for staff use during working hours and for students and private requirements during evenings, weekends and holidays. More than 3,000 staff and 13,500 students now have the ability to rent a low emission or electric car from Hertz by the hour, helping to reduce car congestion on campus through shared vehicle use. Successfully introduced to the college’s South Kensington and Ascot campuses, the Imperial College Car Club is part of the university’s on-going commitment to reduce its carbon footprint.

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Michel Taride, Group President, Hertz International, said: "We’re delighted to offer the Hertz 24/7 network to Imperial College London so that students and staff alike can benefit from simple, convenient and affordable short-term rentals. With its low emission and electric vehicles, Hertz 24/7 is a popular option for organizations looking to reduce both travel costs and CO2 emissions, and it’s a pleasure to welcome Imperial College to the scheme."

A spokesperson for Imperial College London, said: "Using Hertz 24/7 vehicles as our employee pool cars is reducing our reliance on taxis and personal vehicles for business trips between campuses. Membership is free and is available to staff and students, including our 300 clubs and societies, for private use outside working hours, providing a convenient and cost-effective alternative to traditional car use."

Four low or zero emission vehicles are now in use across the college’s campuses. Three cars – a Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi, an automatic Kia Rio and an all-electric Mitsubishi IMiEV – are at the South Kensington campus, while an additional VW Golf BlueMotion 1.6 TDCi is in the Silwood Park campus in Ascot. Further parking bays have also been allocated across the college’s sites in Royal Brompton, Hammersmith, Charing Cross and St Mary’s, Paddington.

Members can easily book the vehicles online, by phone, or using a smartphone app and, as with all 24/7 vehicles, RFID technology allows keyless entry to any vehicle in the fleet. While on the road, members have 24/7 one-touch access to the Member Care Centre through the in-car, hands-free telecom technology.

All 24/7 rentals in the UK include 20 free miles, congestion charge, cleaning, maintenance and VAT, with standard rates starting from £5.50 per hour. Imperial College London Car Club members will also be able to use the Hertz 24/7 service UK, US, France, Germany, Spain and Australia for hourly, daily or weekly rentals, with any time instant access.

Imperial College London is the latest educational institution for Hertz’s 24/7 program in the UK, which also serves Reading University and London’s Brunel University. Hertz 24/7 also partners with over 50 universities in the United States.

Hertz 24/7 offers technology-enhanced vehicles in convenient locations across the UK, US, France, Germany, Spain and Australia. Providing round-the-clock access to vehicles for hire by the hour, day, week or month, Hertz currently has 35,000 vehicles (including cars, mini-vans, vans and SUVs) equipped for 24/7 rentals. As Hertz continues to roll out the technology through its global fleet, around 500,000 vehicles are expected to be in the network by 2016, which is expected to be ten times the size of the current car sharing industry combined.

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About Hertz
The Hertz Corporation (www.hertz.com) operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly 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 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 80 countries.

Hertz is in its 95th year of delivering quality car rental solutions to leisure and corporate customers. Product and service innovations such as Hertz #1 Club Gold, Worldwide Online Check-in, specially designed NeverLost® satellite navigation systems, and unique cars offered through the company’s Prestige, Family, Fun/Adrenaline and Green Collections, set Hertz apart from the competition.

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PARK RIDGE, N.J., Oct. 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), the world’s largest general use car rental brand, today published its 2012 Sustainability Report as part of its Living Journey strategy. The report highlights results and achievements of the company’s integration of sustainability best practices across its global operations, positioning Hertz as a leader in Sustainable Mobility and Equipment Solutions.

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"Sustainability is part of our daily life at Hertz- it’s become a business management tool, as well as a mechanism to protect the environment and provide community benefits," commented Mark P. Frissora, Hertz Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "While we have made tremendous progress, our parallel commitment to continuous improvement means that we always strive to innovate and advance our sustainability efforts. Our sustainability efforts, as seen through Living Journey, will provide value to our stakeholders and help ensure the long-term health and productivity of the customers and communities we serve. We take pride in the progress that has been achieved since the launch of Living Journey."

Living Journey (http://www.hertzlivingjourney.com), launched last year, includes Hertz’s sustainability initiatives and plans for the future. This strategy includes a focused commitment to smart mobility, environment, community outreach, and Hertz’s overall corporate commitment and best practices.

Through its various elements, Hertz’s Living Journey 2012 Sustainability Report highlights the following achievements:

Fleet: For travelers, 74% of Hertz’s car rental fleet averages 28+ mpg and the Company’s Green Traveler Collection features low emission and fuel efficient vehicles which average better than 48+ mpg. This collection includes a range of Hybrids, Electric, CNG, and clean diesel vehicles. Additionally, Hertz is exploring a range of cars and buses that use alternative fuels and technologies for airport transportation.

Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation also maintains a sustainable fleet with 70% of earthmoving equipment powered by low-emission engines in models that are 2012 and newer, which reduce air-pollution by 90% vs older models. Donlen, Hertz’s fleet leasing management company, has assisted companies in reducing fleet emissions through Fleets for Change, with a goal of minimizing commercial fleet greenhouse gas emissions by 20% over five years. And, Donlen’s DriverPoint Telematics measures the impact of driver behavior on fuel economy to reinforce green driving behaviors to implement change.

Facilities: Hertz applies U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED standards for new construction projects and will certify select sites, in addition to energy-efficient improvements and recycling at its global facilities. Energy efficiency upgrades in 2012 saved almost 4,000,000 kWh and 2,791 metric tons of CO2 and Hertz’s solar panel systems installed at facilities across the country produced more than 2.5 million kWh of electricity annually, enough to power 217 homes for a year.

Recycling: Hertz prioritizes materials and goods that can be recycled and reused. In 2012, Hertz U.S. operations recycled more than 5.2 million pounds of office paper, saving the equivalent of 18.5 million gallons of water and 45,000 trees. Hertz’s Equipment Rental locations have recycled more than 194,000 gallons of used oil. In 2012, Hertz’s New Jersey headquarters increased recycling by 50% and reduced waste disposal costs by 65% and the Company’s cafeterias recycle a variety of paper and plastic, diverting thousands of tons of waste from landfills annually.

Community: Hertz sponsors the United Way, American Red Cross, Make-A-Wish Foundation, National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Habitat for Humanity and many local organizations providing financial contributions and service opportunities for employees. Hertz also support veterans through its Hertz for Heroes initiative and has a protocol established to provide quick response and equipment to aid local recovery efforts when a natural disaster strikes.

Hertz has been recognized for its sustainability achievements as well including Zagat’s "Best Green Options", 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."

To read the full 2012 Living Journey Sustainability Report, visit: http://www.hertzlivingjourney.com/Content/Downloads/green_initiatives_2012.pdf

About Hertz

Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty brands from approximately 10,400 locations worldwide. Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 8,800 locations in approximately 150 countries. Hertz is an inaugural member of Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards Hall of Fame and was names by the magazine’s readers as the Best Car Rental Agency. Hertz was also voted the Best Overall Car Rental Company in Zagat’s 2013/14 U.S Car Rental Survey, and the Company 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 Collections, set Hertz apart from the competition. Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation and owns Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services.

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PARK RIDGE, N.J., Oct. 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE:HTZ), the world’s largest general use car rental brand, was awarded the 2013 Women’s Choice Award for America’s Best in Car Rental Services. American women voted and Hertz was selected to receive the award as the most recommended among women in the following four categories: 1) business travel, 2) loyalty programs, 3) best "green" options, and 4) overall customer service. The Women’s Choice Award is the only seal that recognizes brands based on a woman’s propensity to recommend that brand to others.

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"It is an honor to be named one of the most recommended brands in America by women, whom are extremely influential in today’s consumer market," commented Mark P. Frissora, Hertz Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "WomenCertified Inc. is the leading women’s research company in America, and having their Women’s Choice Award seal on the Hertz brand name is a testament to our continued focus on providing our customers the best travel experience with superior customer service."

The WomenCertified Consumer Audit begins with sending a survey to up to 100,000 female consumers and further validates the scoring through a joint survey partnership with travAlliancemedia, which then distributes the survey to its database of approximately 60,000 travel agents. When a company bears the Women’s Choice Award seal, it serves as a beacon in identifying brands women recognize, trust and recommend. In a national survey, nine out of 10 women say they will "definitely" trust a brand or business if it carries the Women’s Choice Award seal.

WomenCertified, Inc. is the home of the Women’s Choice Award and set the foundation for the research process to determine brands and businesses that qualify for the Women’s Choice Award, which is the source for recommended products and brands.

Hertz is committed to providing its customers speed, ease and value with technological innovations and personalized service. "Traveling at the Speed of Hertz" offers a variety of unique customer enhancements, which include:

• Carfirmation: Hertz’s mobile email/SMS text service – Mobile Gold Alerts — confirms a Gold customer’s reservation and advises of the car’s location.
  • Carfirmation Upgrade: Hertz Carfirmations also shows other available cars and upgrades and lets members select the one they want – all on their mobile device in three simple steps.
• 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’s Gold enrollment and e-Return is the fastest way to get customers in their cars and when they return, back on their way home. Hertz will email the customer’s receipt in a flash.
• Acceler-Rental: Hertz is the first car rental company to now offer both airport and neighborhood location customers the ability to rent cars through a live face-to-face video kiosk with Hertz 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.
  • Hertz 24/7 Mobile App: Members have 24/7 access to a variety of vehicles when and where they need them with the ability to reserve a car or modify an existing reservation and view upcoming and previous reservations.

About The Hertz Corporation
Hertz operates its car rental business through the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty, and Firefly 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 was also voted the Best Overall Car Rental Company in Zagat’s 2013/14 U.S. Car Rental Survey, earning top honors in 10 additional categories, and the Company 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 the Hertz On Demand car sharing business. The Company also owns a leading North American equipment rental business, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services.

To make car rental reservations or for more information, customers can call their travel agent, or call Hertz toll-free at 1-800-654-3001. Information and reservations are also available on the web at www.hertz.com.

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