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.
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Sears Auto Center – Panama City Mall
Planning a business trip can be exciting, but with so many sights to see and places to visit, it’s important to take a bit of time off for yourself. One of the best ways to do this is by purchasing the right rental car to explore the city. Avis Rent a Car in Panama City Mall can provide travelers with a unique selection of high-quality vehicles. When you visit our Avis Panama City Mall lot, you can browse through various models, many of which come with helpful features such as navigational systems and rear-view cameras. We offer incredible deals on Panama City car rentals for all business trips. After you find the vehicle you’ve been looking for, you can cruise away from Panama City Mall and visit any number of local attractions. If you are a fan of amusement parks, be sure to visit Miracle Strip at Pier Park and ride the coasters. Those who are more interested in an educational experience can choose to visit any of the local museums, such as the Man in the Sea Museum. If you time your visit right, you can check out the Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally, one of the most famous motorcycle events in the country.New visitors to the area can ask for a reservation at our Avis car rental Panama City Mall location. If you are unable to come to our lot, you can always call us, and we will have one of our drivers take you to our Panama City Mall Panama City office. If you are looking for a great Panama City rental car deal, be sure to visit our location today.
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