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Trend to rent on the rise as expats and holidaymakers seek convenient, quality ways to get around the city
Dubai, UAE, 22nd November 2008: Car rental has risen sharply in recent months as more residents and visitors seek to navigate the city in comfort and with ease, says HertzHertz
. The world's largest car rental firm, which now has 15 branches in the UAE and has been based in the country since 1993, says one of the factors contributing to the rise is difficulties experienced by expatriates and holidaymakers to get a taxi.
Nigel Johnson, General Manager of HertzHertz said: "When tourists and expatriates arrive in Dubai, the first thing they want to do is explore the city's wonders. This can be challenging as there is limited public transport at present and taxis can be hard to come by during peak periods."
Johnson explained that while the RTARTA is continually addressing ways to improve the flow of traffic in Dubai and build new modes of transport, such as the Dubai Metro, more visitors to the city are now opting for the stress-free and convenient alternatives of car rental.
"We've witnessed a considerable rise in car rentals in Dubai in recent months and that's partly down to the traffic problems people are enduring. More people are turning to car rental as it's an easy, hassle-free and affordable option."
"All of our cars are fully insured and undergo a 40-point quality check-up prior to rentals. Therefore, we can provide visitors with new, safe vehicles from the moment they enter the country, something that can bring peace of mind and avoid headaches," continued Johnson.
Johnson predicted that car rentals would continue to rise into 2009 and in conjunction with that trend, HertzHertz will continue to expand its operations to keep pace with rising demand.
HertzHertz recently opened a new branch at Dubai International Airport's Terminal 3 (T3), following the opening of the HertzHertz Radisson SAS Dubai Marina branch last month and the Dubai Festival City branch in June.
As part of HertzHertz's ongoing growth, the company is also investing heavily in two mega-sites at Dubai Investment Park and Mussafah in Abu Dhabi, with parking for 500 vehicles and full servicing facilities, in addition to plans to introduce a branch in Al Ain.
HertzHertz is also expanding its fleet of vehicles, which is expected to grow to 8,500 vehicles by the end of 2008. Several new 2009 models will be announced next month, including the Honda Pilot and the Honda Jazz.
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HertzHertz, the world's largest car rental company, commenced operations in the UAE in 1993. HertzHertz UAE has developed into one of the country's top car rental companies.
HertzHertz car hire can be arranged from any hotel or at one of the 13 HertzHertz branches in the UAE. For more information, call toll free from within the UAE on 800 HERTZ (43789) or +971 4 206 0206 from outside of the UAE. You can also email reservations@hertz.ae to place a rental or leasing request.
HertzHertz UAE is part of the Al Futtaim group of companies.
For further press information please contact:
Danielle Fanning / Anya Leonard
Total Communications
Tel: + 971 4 336 9909
Fax: + 971 4 336 9905
Email: danielle@totalcompr.ae / anya@totalcompr.ae
© Press Release 2008
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