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Company Overview
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.
Quick History
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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Location
Crystal Lake IL
Additional Travel Information
At Avis Rent a Car on Northwest Highway, we offer an impressive selection of rental cars for your business traveling ventures in Illinois. For instance, Avis carries a beautiful line of standard and luxury sedans that can comfortably seat up to five people, as well as a fantastic variety of Sports Utility Vehicles if you need even more room. If you’re looking for more style, Avis Signature Series rental cars include classic BMW sedans, several Mercedes Benz models and the Maserati Ghibli. Moreover, Avis offers a number of products and services to make your life easier and your trip more enjoyable, such as SiriusXM Satellite Radio and a voice-activated navigational system for a relaxing ride. Avis also features the Avis Care Program, which is dedicated to assisting disabled passengers and drivers with a wide range of options. Since Avis Crystal Lake car rentals is conveniently located along Northwest Highway, just minutes from the downtown area, you can easily access great places to relax in your downtime. Enjoy live entertainment at the Raue Center for the Arts or grab a bite to eat at the popular Around the Clock Restaurant and Bakery. Additionally, Avis is near Three Oaks Recreational Area, where you can stretch out your legs for a refreshing hike or do some fishing. At Avis on Northwest Highway, we offer exceptional deals and great programs for you and your business. Avis Preferred is a no-hassle way to reserve your vehicle and get exclusive money-saving offers. Plus, our Avis for Business allows you to earn reward days and snag a great Crystal Lake rental car deal. Plan your next business car rental with Northwest Highway Crystal Lake and find out what Avis has to offer.
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AFTER-HOURS RETURNS
- Rental vehicle must be returned during office hours.
NOTE: Some locations may have a key drop available. If the customer chooses to leave the vehicle, the customer is responsible for the vehicle & all charges (including any damages the vehicle may have incurred during after hours) until the contract can be closed on the following business day.
If the location does not have a key drop box, the location does not permit vehicles to be left after closing hours. The customer should never lock the keys inside the car. The customer will be charged a fee for a locksmith to unlock the vehicle.
PREFERRED SERVICE
- Proceed to the Avis rental counter. Show your drivers license and identify yourself as a Preferred Renter to the Avis rental agent in order to receive your preprinted rental document and keys.
*GENERAL DIRECTIONS*
- From O’Hare, take Mannheim North to Route 14 (Northwest Highway) heading west. Office is located on Northwest Highway by Exceed Flooring. Office is also 1 mile west of Hwy 31.
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