WeDriveU Press Release 9/19/06 - PC Magazine

Press Release

WeDriveU, Inc. Recognized In PC Magazine’s First Annual SMB 20 Awards

San Mateo, CA, September 19, 2006—WeDriveU, Inc., of San Mateo, announced today that it is a winner of the first annual SMB 20 Awards hosted by PC Magazine, the leading technology publication in the United States. The Awards honor the most technologically innovative small and medium sized businesses of the year. WeDriveU, Inc. is one of 20 recognized companies, which have fewer than 300 employees and have been in business for at least a year. The SMB 20 Award winners will be profiled in the October 17 issue of PC Magazine (on sale October 3) and online.

“Small and medium businesses drive today’s economy; however, they often don’t get the attention and recognition they deserve,” says PC Magazine Editor-in-Chief Jim Louderback. “PC Magazine is pleased to honor and highlight the hard work, technological leadership and innovative spirit of the SMB 20 winners.”

WeDriveU provides fully insured and certified chauffeurs who drive for you in your car. With offices in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington DC and San Francisco, WeDriveU provides services nationwide.

WeDriveU employs only the most qualified and professional chauffeurs who pass its rigorous certification process. WeDriveU is proud that its chauffeurs set the industry benchmark for quality and professionalism.

WeDriveU is convenient and cost effective. Clients pay for a chauffeur only when they need a chauffeur. Established in 1988, WeDriveU is “Your Source for Professional Chauffeurs”. To learn more about WeDriveU, go to www.wedriveu.com.

Dennis G. Carlson is Co-founder and President.

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Praise

  • “You and your team did a great job! I was very impressed with the WeDriveU system and how it all works.”
    Denise d’Arbonne, Sr. Mgr., Meeting Services
    PepsiCo
  • "As the President of my company, I prefer to keep a low profile and travel in my personal vehicle...Your service is superior and gets my top recommendation."
  • "...you've been a true asset to us and have allowed us to maximize efficiencies and minimize costs...”
    Michele Bushart, Mgr. of Strategic Events
    Sprint
  • "WeDriveU’s superb project management and precise execution greatly contributed to the success..."
    Jorge L. Arrizurieta
    Chairman, IDB Miami
  • "...the perfect solution to make our business more mobile - I highly recommend their services..."
    Bill Mickey, Jr., Vice President
    Alliance Insurance
  • "Cappa & Graham, Inc. is very pleased and always has been with the outstanding services...exceptionally fair...truly professional..."
    Gordon R. Thompson, Vice President
    Cappa & Graham, Inc., 2007 MLB All Star Game SF
  • "...a wonderful service for me with the broken ankle. I’m starting to really enjoy the front door drop off... I’ve been telling all my friends how great WeDriveU is!"
  • "...travel in style on the ground or in the air..."
    CNN 6/4/07
  • "WeDriveU is an outstanding and professional company, which I would recommend to any association looking for transportation services."
    Linda J. Moustis
    American Hospital Association
  • "We used WeDriveU to transport an RV that we used on location for a TV production. The service proved to be reliable and flexible to our frequently changing schedule."
  • "Excellent driver. Very courteous and helpful...an excellent tour of New York City...safe drive through the snow."
  • "...a wonderful experience...will definitely use for future dental appointments..."
    A. Marsh
  • "...the best find...would use it again in a heartbeat. Thank you for making our night awesome and safe."
    Emma
  • "...Now that we have found WeDriveU [our mother] can visit more often...we will recommend your service to others, especially the seniors who live in town."
  • "Could not possibly been happier [with Avis Chauffeur Drive]. Rave reviews. Excellent fit."
    J. Kerns
  • "...exceeded my expectation in terms of service, quality, integrity and professionalism...[WeDriveU] improved my productivity to concentrate on my number one priorities: increased profits, better customer service and employee morale."
  • "Not only was our chauffeur extremely professional and courteous but she went way above and beyond her job...I am 110% satisfied and will recommend it to all of my friends, family and colleagues!"
    L. Abad
  • "...our expectations were exceeded [for Avis Chauffeur Drive]. [Chauffeur] was punctual, professional, courteous and knowledgeable...feedback from executives was high praise..."
  • "...drop in on a city and never have to worry about directions, parking or gas."
    The New York Times
  • "Your chauffeurs enabled me to get my business day started right away by allowing me to work during my commute."
  • "I don’t think I’ve ever had such a productive business trip."
    E. Berkman in The New York Times
  • "WeDriveU removes my worries... especially after arriving from a 24-hour long haul flight."
    P. Sathukutty
  • "Why just rent a car when you can rent a driver too?"
    LosAngelesTimes.com
  • "I make one call and the chauffeur arrives in my car ready to go. WeDriveU takes care of everything."
    John Benjamin
    Eagle High Reach Equipment
  • "...Time-pressured business customers like the new service..."
    Newsweek
  • "...weekend went exceptionally well, especially with the... Avis Chauffeur Drive service... drivers were outstanding... Thank you... we plan to use the service again..."
    - D. Fitzgerald
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