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Wednesday 23 May 2012

Committed to Excellence

 

The joining of iconic, home-grown Imperial Car Rental and global, award-winning Europcar presented significant growth and exposure opportunities, to the benefit of all customers.

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Europcar

Europcar, South Africa

Solid Reputation

Customers now have instant rental access to a global fleet of over 220,000 vehicles in over 160 countries in over 3,000 locations. Europcar is in a favorable position to continue offering superior products and services at competitive rates, whilst still delivering their 30 year legacy of Proudly South African, personal ‘Imperial’ service.

 

Europcar International have a solid reputation of professionalism, innovation and customer service orientation and their brand is placed among the top three car rental brands worldwide. Included in their World Travel Award accolades are Best Car Rental Company in Africa 2006, 2007 and 2008; Number one in car rental in Europe 2004, 2005 and 2006; Best Car Rental Company in Europe and Best Worldwide Leisure Car Rental Company 2006. The World Travel Awards are better known as ‘The Oscars of the travel industry’.

 

 

In September 2008, Europcar and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (the largest car rental company in North America) concluded a strategic alliance, designed to further enhance the international coverage and service offering of both partners, particularly for global corporate accounts. Together, Europcar and Enterprise offer a fleet of more than 1.2 million vehicles at more than 13,000 locations in 162 countries to form the world’s largest car rental network. Europcar International also holds the franchise rights to the National Alamo brand in Europe, Asia and Africa. Europcar therefore operates the National Alamo brands in Southern Africa, for international inbound customers.

Social Responsibility

Europcar South Africa is a level 4 BEE company, still holds their Proudly South African status and remains a 100% homegrown and dedicated supporter of the initiative. They were a founding member of the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund and remain their official car rental partner. A portion of every international rental is donated to The Fund. Imperial Car Rental – Europcar have pioneered some of the most well known car rental products and services in South and Southern Africa and through experience and expertise, have perfected them over the years.

 

“As a car rental company of choice, we are committed to excellence always”.