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Weekly UpdatesNew York (AirGuide - Destination News - Car Rental) May 3, 2009
Amadeus
Amadeus has unveiled new car rental reservation facilities as part of the latest update to its online booking tool (OBT). The travel technology provider said buyers using its eTravel Management solution will benefit from optimised billing and booking services for their preferred rental suppliers. New features include the use of supplier charge cards and a text comment box allowing a travel buyer to specify any special needs. www.amadeus.com May 1, 2009
Auto Europe
Auto Europe is expanding its chauffeur drive services to include not only all major cities in Europe, but now available throughout the U.S., including Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Washington, D.C., and all other major metropolitan areas in the United States. Travelers can choose from a diverse fleet including executive sedans, eight- or 10-passenger stretch limousines, Mercedes sedans, up to 14-passenger vans, Lincoln Navigators, Ford Excursions and mini coaches accommodating up to 26 passengers. In addition, Auto EuropeOs services are perfect for meeting planners and group services. Meet and greet arrangements are also available for airport services. Rates include car and professional driver, taxes, fuel and maintenance and passenger insurance coverage (excluding personal property). Fuel surcharges and additional restrictions may apply. Call 800-223-5555 or www.autoeurope.com. Apr 30, 2009
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car is designating four airport rental locations in Virginia as Ohybrid branchesO -- part of a broader move that adds nearly 5,000 additional gas/electric hybrids to its nationwide fleet. The designated Ohybrid branchesO have a high concentration of the new hybrids available and customers will be able to reserve these hybrids online or by phone. www.enterprise.com. Apr 28, 2009
GoCar
BarcelonaOs GoCar story-telling cars have doubled the size of their city tour, with more than 800 Otrigger pointsO in the GPS guided audio tour using a combination of directions, information, sound effects and music. The three-wheeler cars, which launched in Barcelona last year, take a driver and one passenger on a tour of the cityOs landmarks providing clear directions and a running commentary. OThe cars have become a great talking point on the streets of Barcelona and within a year have become a star attraction in their own right. ItOs definitely the coolest way to explore the city. The tour is now bigger and better, but weOve held the price at last yearOs level. It means visitors and locals get to see more of this amazing city for their money,O said GoCarOs European Director Damien Harris. www.gocartours.es. Apr 28, 2009
Hertz, AT&T
Hertz has signed a three-year agreement with AT&T to provide a suite of communication services that allow Hertz representatives to wirelessly enable, monitor and manage Connect by Hertz vehicles remotely. By utilizing the AT&T wireless network, Connect by Hertz offers a state-of-the-art in-car communication capability for enhanced customer services. Car sharing services, like Connect by Hertz, provide an alternative to car ownership, allowing users to experience the benefits of owning a car, such as anytime access, without the hassles of fixed costs or repairs. Connect by Hertz members are able to wirelessly stay in contact with Connect by Hertz throughout their rental experience. Additionally, Hertz can remotely communicate with the vehicle, enabling representatives to unlock, engage and locate vehicles, track drive time information and receive car return confirmation. www.hertz.com. May 1, 2009
Thrifty Car Rental,
Thrifty Car Rental, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. has launched its recently retooled website, www.thrifty.com . The streamlined site debuts with new features that will greatly enhance consumersO experiences on the site, including an improved OCarsO display. The OOur CarsO section has been greatly enhanced, providing Flash images of vehicles and a 360-degree view (domestic vehicles only). Customers can select from exterior or interior views, and are presented with a comprehensive list of car features along with passenger and luggage capacity and fuel efficiency ratings. It has predictive-text location search. It has an improved OSpecialsO section. Visit the ODealsO page and sort promotional offers by specific location. www.thrifty.com. Apr 28, 2009
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