Avis Budget Group Expands Consumer Car Sales Program to Maryland and Virginia
10 March 2015 - 6:47AM
Residents of the Old Line State and the Old Dominion State can now
test-drive and purchase quality, well-maintained, late-model Avis
and Budget vehicles at competitive prices through the expansion of
Avis Budget Group's consumer car sales program to Maryland and
Virginia.
In collaboration with AutoNation, Inc., America's largest
automotive retailer, Avis Budget Group's consumer car sales program
offers potential buyers a no-haggle, no-hassle process and features
a wide selection of late-model Avis and Budget rental vehicles for
purchase at current market prices. Customers can shop online at
www.avis.com or www.budget.com and schedule their "ultimate test
drive" to enjoy the full experience of driving a vehicle of their
choice, ranging from a fuel-efficient Ford Focus to a hybrid Toyota
Prius or a multi-purpose Jeep Grand Cherokee. The ultimate test
drives are free-of-charge for two hours or can be as long as three
days for a nominal rental fee. If the customer decides to purchase
the vehicle, the base rental fee will be refunded after the
purchase is completed through AutoNation Direct.
"We take great pride in maintaining the vehicles in our rental
fleet according to manufacturer warranty standards. This level of
service, which is routine for us, is a great benefit to those who
ultimately purchase our vehicles," said Joe Ferraro, president,
Americas, Avis Budget Group. "In fact, in many cases, the vehicles
are still under the manufacturer's original warranty, and consumers
have the option to purchase extended warranty coverage. We invite
consumers in Maryland and Virginia to consider one of our
well-cared for vehicles."
This car sales program is part of Avis Budget Group's strategic
objective to drive efficiency throughout the organization and
accelerate growth, including by maximizing the proceeds from risk
car sales. The program is also available in Arizona, California,
Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Nevada, Ohio,
Tennessee and Texas, and features more than 75 vehicle makes and
models. Customers can choose from domestic and foreign
manufacturers including BMW, Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Kia,
Nissan, Toyota, Volkswagen and many more. AutoNation Direct
representatives are also available to answer questions about
financing, trade-in options, available warranties and related
services prior to completing the transaction at a location that is
convenient for the customer.
For more information on purchasing a vehicle, or to make a car
rental reservation, visit www.avis.com or www.budget.com.
About Avis Budget Group
Avis Budget Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:CAR) is a leading global
provider of vehicle rental services, both through its Avis and
Budget brands, which have more than 10,000 rental locations in
approximately 175 countries around the world, and through its
Zipcar brand, which is the world's leading car sharing network,
with more than 900,000 members. Avis Budget Group operates most of
its car rental offices in North America, Europe and Australia
directly, and operates primarily through licensees in other parts
of the world. Avis Budget Group has approximately 30,000 employees
and is headquartered in Parsippany, N.J. More information is
available at www.avisbudgetgroup.com.
About AutoNation Direct
Formed in 2007, AutoNation Direct is an alternative sales
channel that enables AutoNation to serve the unique needs of
affinity groups, credit unions and other specialty organizations by
providing a customer sales experience outside the traditional
dealership. AutoNation Direct is a subsidiary of AutoNation, Inc.
(NYSE:AN), headquartered in Fort Lauderdale.
CONTACT: Alice Pereira
(973) 496-3916
PR@avisbudget.com
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