Californian electric car maker Coda Automotive has teamed up with Hertz Corporation to supply its Coda Sedans at selected outlets of the leading short-term car hire firm.
The new agreement will mean that the all-electric model will be available to hire at selected Hertz outlets in Southern California.
The all-electric car, set to go on sale in the US in 2011, is designed to meet the day-to-day needs of most Americans, with space for five passengers, a full-size boot and a dependable 90-120 miles of range during any season. CODA’s 33.8 kWh battery system with active thermal management promises 40 per cent more usable energy than any all-electric sedan on the market in 2011. A full charge requires about six hours to complete, and enough energy for a short, 40-mile commute will take on average two hours.
"Hertz is committed to the widespread use of electric vehicles globally and we are laying the foundation to make electric vehicle mobility a reality today," commented Mark P. Frissora, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The Hertz Corporation. "The CODA Sedan represents an outstanding zero emissions solution, one that will appeal to the needs of our consumers from urban dwellers, travelers and corporations. Companies like CODA Automotive align with our vision to provide tomorrow’s driving solutions to consumers today."
