ESTERO, Fla., June 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Hertz (NYSE:
HTZ), one of the world's most iconic and recognized car rental
brands, and AAA, North America's
largest motoring and leisure travel organization, are celebrating a
major milestone this year—the 40th anniversary of their
partnership.
"As AAA's longest-tenured partner, Hertz shares the
association's commitment to providing our members with exceptional
value and service," said AAA President and CEO Marshall L. Doney. "We're proud to celebrate 40
years of collaboration with Hertz, and look forward to further
growing our partnership in the years to come."
The relationship began in 1978, when AAA began providing members
enhanced value when renting with Hertz at the airport. Fifteen
years later, Hertz became AAA's exclusive rental car partner, and
in 1998, the program expanded to include off-airport rental
locations. Since then, the partnership has grown to extend across
multiple AAA products and service areas.
In 1999, for example, Hertz Car Sales was added to the AAA
program, providing exclusive discounts to members on its extensive
selection of pre-owned vehicles. In 2001, AAA Diamond Ratings were
added as an enhancement to Hertz NeverLost navigation systems. In
2013, Hertz's Dollar and Thrifty car rental brands were added to
the AAA portfolio, offering members more choices in car
rentals.
Today, the partnership provides AAA members a suite of benefits
and savings when renting from Hertz. Discounts and benefits for
members are available on daily, weekly, weekend and monthly rates
when including a designated AAA discount code in the reservation
and presenting a AAA membership card at the time of rental.
Benefits include:
- Savings up to 20 percent off the base rate rental.
- No charge for additional drivers who are also AAA members.
- Free use of one child, infant or booster seat.
- Young renter fee waived for members ages 20-24.
Additionally, AAA members who join Hertz Gold Plus Rewards®,
Hertz's award-winning loyalty program, can enjoy a faster and more
rewarding car rental experience with benefits that include skipping
the counter, exclusive access to member-only discounts,
complimentary upgrades to premium vehicles, and the opportunity to
redeem points for free rental days.
The partnership extends beyond exclusive benefits and savings
for AAA members as Hertz and AAA have partnered on distracted
driving awareness campaigns to support a safe travel
experience.
"Hertz and AAA share similar goals in delivering excellent
service and ensuring people have safe and enjoyable travel
experiences," said Kathryn V.
Marinello, President and CEO of Hertz. "Throughout our
40-year partnership with AAA, we have continuously strived to
provide members with valuable benefits and savings that are
unrivaled in our industry. We are honored to be celebrating this
partnership and are especially proud to continue offering
best-in-class service. We look forward to building and growing our
partnership over the next 40 years."
This year marks another significant milestone in Hertz's history
as the company celebrates its 100th anniversary. Strategic
partnerships such as the one with AAA continue to underscore
Hertz's longstanding commitment to frequent travelers and its
legacy of delivering superior service. With more than 10,000
locations worldwide, and a large and diverse fleet of top-rated
vehicles, Hertz can get travelers where they want to go in the car
that's right for them.
About Hertz
The Hertz Corporation, a subsidiary of
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc., operates the Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty
vehicle rental brands in approximately 10,200 corporate and
franchisee locations throughout North
America, Europe, The
Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle
East, Asia, Australia and New
Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest
worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the
Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world. Product and
service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, Ultimate
Choice, Carfirmations, Mobile Wi-Fi and unique vehicles offered
through the Adrenaline, Dream, Green and Prestige Collections set
Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, The Hertz
Corporation owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader
Donlen, operates the Firefly vehicle rental brand and Hertz 24/7
car sharing business in international markets and sells vehicles
through Hertz Car Sales. For more information about The Hertz
Corporation, visit: www.hertz.com.
About AAA
As North
America's largest motoring and leisure travel organization,
AAA provides more than 58 million members with travel, insurance,
financial and automotive-related services. Since its founding in
1902, the not-for-profit, fully tax-paying AAA has been a leader
and advocate for the safety and security of all travelers.
Motorists can map a route, identify gas prices, find discounts,
book a hotel and access AAA roadside assistance with the AAA Mobile
app for iPhone, iPad and Android. Learn more at AAA.com/mobile. AAA
clubs can be visited on the Internet at AAA.com.
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SOURCE Hertz Global Holdings, Inc.