Just yesterday, we found out the pricing of Renault’s new electric vehicle, the Twizy and now its been confirmed that Hertz will be one of the first fleet operators to offer the innovative new model for rental across Europe.
The rental giant has already confirmed that it will be offering Renault’s other soon to launch electric models, the Zoe, the Fluence and the Kangoo Z.E. The firm has now signed a letter of intent to add Renault’s EV models to its rental fleet and car club sub-brand ‘Connect by Hertz’ across European branches.
Signed at the Geneva Motor Show, Hertz’s electric vehicle initiative with Renault further demonstrates its commitment to providing customers with zero-emission mobility solutions. Hertz plans to add 500 units of the Renault range to its fleet over the next two years across Europe. The partnership will form part of the European development of Hertz’s Global Electric Vehicle Program, launched in December 2010.
Mark Frissora, Chairman and CEO of Hertz Corporation, comments: “Hertz is committed to global implementation of our Electric Vehicle initiative and our planned partnership with Renault will be a vital component of our European roll-out. Renault has developed a full range of electric vehicles demonstrating that design, style and flexibility are compatible with zero-emissions. We look forward to providing our Hertz customers and Connect by Hertz members with the opportunity to drive these vehicles from the beginning of 2012.”
Twizy is a small, nimble and practical vehicle, ideal for city driving. It combines scooter and motor vehicle technology with a sleek, tandem design and is to be priced from €6,900 (£5880) when it goes on sale later this year.
