LONDON -- 02/26/08 --
The Hertz Corporation has today announced the launch
of its new online car rental company in Europe. Following the successful
launch of Simply Wheelz in Orlando last August, Simply Wheelz is now
available to car rental customers from the UK and Germany travelling to
Alicante and Malaga in Spain, via
www.simplywheelz.co.uk and
www.simplywheelz.de.
Bespoke to the needs of the European market, Simply Wheelz is specially
designed for online customers who seek low prices from recognised
companies, the discount car hire company offers low, competitive rates
starting from $15 (£8) a day. Simply Wheelz also provides many features
for free in its 'super inclusive' rates, such as unlimited mileage,
collision damage waiver, theft protection, and an additional driver. Free
emergency roadside assistance (24/7) is also included in addition to
optional extras such as satellite navigation, child seats and additional
personal insurances.
Simply Wheelz is able to provide outstanding value for money and fast
check-in by offering only pre-paid car rentals via the dedicated, secure
websites, www.simplywheelz.co.uk and www.simplywheelz.de. Customers are
asked for as much information as possible at the booking stage to enable a
quick and simple pick up process. Simply Wheelz offers the latest European
models including the Opel Corsa, Astra and Combo, with a minimum 3 day
rental period.
Michel Taride, President of Hertz Europe, said: "Hertz has developed Simply
Wheelz as part of its ongoing growth strategy and to meet the growing
demand of customers who want a bargain price for good quality car rental.
The 'low-frills' offering from Simply Wheelz allows customers to reserve,
rent and return cars simply, with a highly competitive cost compared to
other discount car hire companies."
Following a simple and straightforward booking process, Simply Wheelz
customers will receive an email confirmation. Upon arrival at their
destination they will then be transported by shuttle bus to collect their
car near to the airport. To save customers the hassle of refuelling their
car upon return, Simply Wheelz cars are provided with a pre-filled tank of
fuel which customers will be charged for on arrival.
Simply Wheelz is a standalone company within the Hertz Corporation. Simply
Wheelz differs from the Hertz car rental experience by providing a
simplified alternative for the cost-conscious traveller. There are distinct
service differences between the brands including:
-- Booking for Simply Wheelz is only available online; prepayment is
mandatory with a three day minimum rental
-- In order to keep prices low the Simply Wheelz fleet has a limited
range of vehicles available
-- Simply Wheelz does not therefore offer the Hertz Collections,
including Prestige, Green and Fun Collections
-- Hertz #1 Club and #1 Club Gold services and benefits are not
transferable to Simply Wheelz customers. This also applies to discounts and
frequent traveller/flyer/renter points
All cars in the Simply Wheelz range are the latest models and meet full
European emission standards. All are manual drive with power steering and
dual front airbags and most are equipped with air conditioning, Radio CD
Player with steering wheel audio controls and iPod/MP3 connectivity. The
Opel Corsa also comes with blue tooth connectivity and there is no extra
charge for drivers between 23 and 25 years old.
Simply Wheelz was first launched in Orlando in August 2007.
For further details and information on Simply Wheelz please log on to
www.simplywheelz.co.uk or www.simplywheelz.de
About Simply Wheelz
Simply Wheelz is an exciting new discount car rental company from Hertz.
The Simply Wheelz operation in Europe currently offers value car rental
from the Alicante and Malaga airports in Spain. Customers can book their
pre-paid car rental or obtain further information from the Simply Wheelz
website www.simplywheelz.co.uk or www.simplywheelz.de
About Hertz Europe
Hertz is the world's largest general use car rental company, operating from
over 8,000 corporate locations in more than 150 countries. In 2008 Hertz
celebrates its 90th year of delivering quality car rental solutions to
leisure and corporate customers.
Product and service innovations such as Hertz #1 Club Gold, specially
designed NeverLost satellite navigation systems, Hertz in-car DVD
Entertainment and unique cars offered through the company's Prestige, Fun
and Green Collections, set Hertz apart from the competition.
For further information please contact:
Aby Farsoun
020 7025 7507
aby.farsoun@trimediauk.com
Philippa Naylor
0870 606 0960
philippa.naylor@trimediauk.com
