Avis Car Rental and its subsidiaries operate one of the world’s best-known car rental brands with approximately 5,500 locations in more than 165 countries. Avis has a long history of innovation in the car rental industry and is one of the world’s top brands for customer loyalty. Avis is owned by Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CAR), which operates and licenses the brand throughout the world.
Founded in 1946 by Warren Avis (who sold his interest in 1954), Avis was the first company to rent cars from airport locations. The company grew rapidly during the 1950’s through franchised and corporate-owned expansion. In 1963, Avis introduced the award-winning “We try harder®” campaign and the tagline remains the company’s rallying cry even today. Ten years later, Avis launched its innovative Wizard system, the company’s proprietary reservation technology. Avis changed ownership multiple times in the 70’s and 80’s, becoming employee-owned in 1987. That same year, Avis introduced the Roving Rapid Return, a handheld computer terminal allowing customers to bypass the Avis counter. Two years later, the company launched Avis Cares® a program aimed at promoting renter and employee safety. In 1996, HFS Incorporated acquired Avis, which was then spun off as a separate public company, all but the franchising rights, Wizard system, and reservation operations. In 2000, the company introduced Avis Interactive, the first Internet-based reporting system for commercial accounts in the car rental industry, which was significantly enhanced and re-launched in 2006. In March 2001, Cendant Corporation purchased all of the outstanding shares of Avis Group Holdings and later that year moved its world headquarters to Parsippany, NJ. In 2006, Cendant Corp. separated into four independent companies: Realogy, Wyndham Worldwide, Travelport and Avis Budget Group, Inc., which is now the parent company of Avis Car Rental. In 2011, Avis Budget Group acquires Avis Europe plc. The transaction re-unites Avis Budget Group with its licensee for Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia.
About this location:
Anchorage Intl Airport
There is breathtaking beauty and a sense of majesty surrounding the vast wilderness of Alaska, geographically the largest and northernmost state in the US. Whether you’re in Anchorage for business or pleasure, an ANC car rental is practically a necessity. Avis Car Rental is located on-site at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, so you’ll have your keys in hand and be on your way in no time. You can also accelerate your travel experience with Avis Preferred, a complimentary membership that allows you to skip the line and go straight to your car.
When it comes to airport car rentals, Avis has a reputation for quality and style. The great deals and wide selection of Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport rental cars range from luxury vehicles and SUVs to smaller compacts and midsize vehicles for whatever is on your itinerary.
Take advantage of the fact that Alaska is one of only five states with no sales tax at the Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall, the city’s most upscale shopping center. Enjoy Nordstrom, Banana Republic, Coach, Michael Kors and more, all tax-free.
Pack up your Avis SUV and hit the slopes at the world-class Alyeska Resort on Mount McKinley, North America’s highest peak. Olympic gold medalist Tommy Moe trained here, and there are two downhill courses certified by the International Ski Federation.
Make Avis your first choice when it comes to Anchorage airport car rentals. Professionalism, a superior fleet, excellent deals and outstanding customer service make Avis the preferred choice for business travelers worldwide.
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