Press Release

Information contained in this press release was current as of the date it was published. Rates, availability and services have changed. As of 11/20/08, Avis Chauffeur Drive had expanded to over 600 cities in 25 metropolitan areas and the hourly chauffeur rate was $35.65/hour. Please call 800-272-5839 for current rates and cities.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

INTRODUCING THE BEST WAY EVER TO GET AROUND IN A RENTAL CAR: NEW “AVIS CHAUFFEUR DRIVE”

Exclusive New Service Offers Ultimate in Convenience, Plus Savings Over Limousines

PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 4, 2007 – Avis Rent A Car System, LLC today announced a new premium service called "Avis Chauffeur Drive by WeDriveU" through which Avis customers can rent a car and hire a professional driver at the same time.

Avis Chauffeur Drive is the product of a new alliance between Avis and WeDriveU, Inc. WeDriveU provides fully insured and certified chauffeurs who provide professional driving services to customers using the customer’s vehicle. Now, customers enrolled in Avis Preferred or other Avis loyalty programs will be able to rent a WeDriveU chauffeur to operate the Avis vehicle of the customer’s choice, adding a new level of convenience and productivity to both business and leisure travel.

“Avis Preferred members can now let a locally-based professional driver worry about traffic, directions, parking and the bags, and the customer can sit back and relax if they’re on vacation, or make the most of their business travel time to get their work done,” said Michael Caron, vice president of product and program development for Avis Budget Group, parent of Avis. “And using Avis Chauffeur Drive can also cost less than hiring a sedan from a limousine service, so it saves the customer money, too.”

Avis® Chauffeur Drive by WeDriveU costs $34.50 per hour with a three-hour minimum, plus standard rental car charges. Customers can rent the vehicle and use a WeDriveU chauffeur during the entire rental period or as needed. If a driver is used intermittently during a rental period, the three-hour minimum applies each time. The chauffeur can pick up the Avis rental car for the customer and meet the customer wherever desired, including airline baggage claim or curbside loading zones for airport arrivals, or at a hotel or business meeting location. The driver can also handle the return of the vehicle.

Avis Preferred members can reserve their chauffeur by calling 800-272-5839 at least 24 hours prior to rental pickup time. Customers using Avis Chauffeur Drive will be billed separately for the driver charges by WeDriveU.

Avis® Chauffeur Drive by WeDriveU is available in Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Phoenix, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. for Avis customers enrolled in Avis Preferred, as well as members of the Avis Chairman’s Club, Avis First and Avis President's Club programs. The service is available at major airports and within a 60-mile radius of these city centers.

“WeDriveU is popular with busy executives and individuals who place a premium on productivity, convenience and value, and we’re delighted to now extend our services to Avis Preferred customers,” said Dennis Carlson, president and CEO of WeDriveU. “Whether they’re juggling back-to-back business meetings or a non-stop leisure itinerary, customers now have the best of both worlds: the convenience and value of renting from Avis, plus the professionalism and outstanding service from our chauffeurs to make travel more effortless and enjoyable.”

For more information click here or to enroll in Avis Preferred, visit www.avis.com/driver.

About WeDriveU, Inc.

WeDriveU provides fully insured and certified chauffeurs who drive for you in YOUR car. Since 1988, WeDriveU chauffeurs have set the industry benchmark for quality and professionalism throughout the United States by passing a rigorous certification process. WeDriveU has served a range of corporate and individual clients and events, including General Motors R*Works; Fairmont Hotel; U.S. Conference of Mayors; American Hospital Association; Mercedes-Benz of North America; British Consulate; Charles Schwab & Co.; Democratic National Convention; PGA Tour Championship; Argonaut Securities; Princess Cruises; NAACP Image Awards; Republican National Convention; Women’s World Cup among others. WeDriveU, “Your Source for Professional Chauffeurs,” is headquartered in San Mateo, CA with offices throughout the U.S. Call 800-77DRIVE (800-773-7483).

About Avis

Avis Rent A Car System, LLC and its subsidiaries operate one of the world's leading car rental brands, providing business and leisure customers with a wide range of services at more than 2,100 locations in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the Latin American / Caribbean region. Avis is one of the world's top brands for customer loyalty, ranking as the number one car rental company in the 2007 Brand Keys® Customer Loyalty Index. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NYSE: CAR). For more information, visit www.avis.com.

WeDriveU and the WeDriveU logo are registered service marks of WeDriveU, Inc. All other brands, names or trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

 

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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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