SINGAPORE, Feb 28, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- This year marks the 40th year of operations of leading car hire company, Avis, in Singapore with great promotions for its customers for the whole month of March 2012.
Since launched on 31 March 1972, Avis Singapore has provided the local and expatriate communities with world-class, flexible and reliable vehicle rental, vehicle leasing, limousine & transfer services, and as well as international call centre overseas booking services.
Its colorful legacy can be traced back in 1970 when Avis opened its first location in Asia with Hong Kong, followed in 1972 by Singapore, Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. It has grown steadily throughout the region ever since and has then expanded its operations to Thailand, Macau and South Korea in the 80s; and onto the Pacific, including Guam, Saipan, Rota and Tinian in the 90s. The brand's presence in Asia was even strengthened by the extension of licensee agreements done by Avis Europe to 27 additional Asian territories in 1997. More recently, developments have included openings in India, Mainland China (with the largest operating network by an international brand), Taiwan, and Vietnam (the only international car rental brand operating in the country); as well as partnerships with major airlines in the region.
At present, Avis operates in over 330 locations (64 airport; 265 downtown and hotels/resorts) in 22 countries and territories in Asia and has been recognized, for the sixth consecutive year, as "Asia's Leading Car Hire" by the World Travel Awards, a prestigious organization that honors service excellence given by members of the global travel and tourism industry.
In Singapore, Avis now operates the Avis brand throughout a network of five locations, including two city offices at 390A Havelock Road, #01-07 Waterfront Plaza, Singapore 169664; and 6 Raffles Boulevard #01-101D Marina Square Shopping Mall; and three airport locations: Changi International Airport Terminal 1, Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. It has evolved throughout the years with more and more innovative ways of providing efficient and reliable products and services to its clientele which include a newly-revamped corporate website: www.avis.com.sg and a freshly-launched mobile booking application: m.avis.com.sg. It also maintains its Avis Preferred program which provides a faster and easier way of booking and renting a car; the Avis Cares4Kids program which ensures its commitment to child safety; its flexible long-term car rental scheme called, Avis Flex; and its highly trusted, Avis Leasing program.
As it celebrates its 40th year, Avis Singapore shows its appreciation to its loyal customers through the following anniversary offers: a) a 40% off on car rentals in Singapore during the month of March (with minimum 4 days consecutive car rental/self-drive); b) Quadruple (2,000) Miles for Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer members renting with Avis for a minimum of 3 consecutive days (self-drive) in Singapore and also in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand from 01 February to 31 March 2012; c) special discount and mileage promotions for Garuda Indonesia's GFF members and Malaysia Airlines' Enrich members; d) Avis Red (Miniature) Car Collection - 1 free car to be given to customers renting for a minimum of 3 consecutive days in Singapore during the month of March 2012; 1 complete set (4 cars) to be given out for those with one month or more rentals.
For more information & bookings, visit www.avis.com.sg or m.avis.com.sg.
About Avis in Asia
In Asia, Avis is a leading provider of vehicle rental; vehicle leasing and limousine/chauffeur drive services operating over 330 locations through a network of wholly owned subsidiaries, joint ventures and licensee agreements in 22 markets. Avis opened its first operations in Asia in 1970 in Hong Kong. Throughout the 70's Avis grew steadily in the region, with operations launched in Singapore, the Philippines, Pakistan, Malaysia and Indonesia. More recently, developments have included openings in India, Mainland China, Taiwan and Vietnam.
Avis is owned by Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CAR), which operates and licenses the brand throughout the world. For more information about Avis Budget Group, visit www.avisbudgetgroup.com.
