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| In 1919 two survivors of the Battle of Delville Wood brought Hertz into South Africa and called it Delville Wood Motors Car Hire. A Scotsman by the name of Bob Murray who had a keen eye for business gain bought out the company and changed the name to African Car Hire. Since then the business has grown beyond all expectations but again was bought out, this time by the young entrepreneur Noel de Villiers, who was backed by Sage Holdings. |
| In 1986 the name Hertz Car Rental was given to this booming company. Today Hertz Car Rental is among some of the best car rental companies in South Africa, and rivals every car hire company for vehicle choice, reliability and outstanding service. With fantastic extras, which include the latest Garmin products, the clear choice is Hertz Car Rental for a totally uninterrupted journey. |
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Hertz Car Rental
Cape Town International Airport
Cape Town
Tel : +27 21 935 3000
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| With South Africa's public transport not quite being up to international standards, the only clear choice is car rental. But do not stress as Hertz makes every decision and choice an absolute joy. Every vehicle the traveller could possibly want, need or desire is made readily available at one of the many branches dotted all over the country including all major airports and downtown locations. |
| The economy vehicles include a VW Chico, VW Polo Hatch or a Hyundai Atos which all fall under groups A, B and T. These vehicles are all 4/5 door and are perfect for running around the city streets and other short distances. |
| Groups U, D and C all boast vehicles such as the VW Polo Classic sedan, VW Polo Automatic and the Honda Civic Sedan. Power steering, air conditioning and radio/CD player all come as standard with this class of vehicle. For the traveler with a large amount of luggage the Kia Sportage 2X4 is at hand. This vehicle is automatic, has surround airbags and other extras you would expect from a vehicle of this calibre. |
| If the traveller wishes to commute in style the BMW 3 Series or Mercedes Benz C Class are perfect. These vehicles are perfect for travelling around this spacious country as a family, as these vehicles can hold a large amount of luggage and still have the capacity to contain the group. |
| Hertz really have thought about every traveller that could possibly walk through their doors including those who need a vehicle with a larger than average capacity. The VW Kombi or similar vehicles which Hertz boast are excellent modes of transport and come with air conditioning, power steering, air bags and an amazing amount of room for any extra suitcases. |
| A chauffeur driven service is a great way to travel between meetings, for airport to hotel transfers or a fantastic way to travel around South Africa with unadulterated ease and style. This mode of transport takes away the pressure of getting to the various venues on time, as the professional chauffeur has extensive knowledge of the area and prides him/herself on his/her punctuality. |
| Some of the added perks of choosing a chauffeur are simply being able look out upon some of the amazing views, no parking hassles and the freedom to complete phone calls and other business transactions in transit. |
| Hertz provides for the physically challenged traveller wonderfully as all automatic vehicles can be fitted with hand controls effortlessly. Upon request, safety standard approved child seats can be fitted and ready for the client, which results in a speedy and hassle free vehicle pick up. |
| Hertz run a rent-it-here/leave-it-there service, which means the vehicle can be picked up in a different location to where it will be dropped off anywhere around South Africa. This service allows the traveler to see as much of the country as possible without wasting time trying to get the car back to the place you have already explored. |
| South Africa's roads are all clearly signposted and extremely well maintained but due to the sheer size of the country getting lost is easy. Hertz again have provided a solution to this problem in the way of a top of the range Garmin GPS system. These fantastic GPS systems allow the client to type in the destination and other places they would like to stop at and then the GPS maps the entire route, with options such as fastest route and most direct. The Garmin gives indications of altitude which is superb if wanting to travel along some of the glorious valleys or mountain passes, this diverse country shows off. |
| Hertz always has special offers at the various branches, each offering different deals but equally unbelievable; such as the Unlimited Kilometres Free special. Weekend and monthly specials are extremely popular among customers as Hertz cannot be outdone on value for price. All of the vehicles are maintained by experienced and well qualified mechanics regularly. The vehicles do not leave the forecourt until a 21 point safety and vehicle check is conducted in front of the client. |
| All vehicles are protected by a superb road assistance agency who are able to get to the clients and vehicles in a short period, no matter where they are in the country. Road assistance is reachable through a 24 hour call centre run by Hertz who talk the driver through the process and notify the relevant authorities in a professional manner. |
| Hertz truly have stood the test of time and will continue to thrive as one of the best car hire companies in South Africa. This company emits a local feel inside each of its branches but still completes every task and desire asked of them with a high degree of professionalism. Although Hertz originally started 90 years ago it still keeps up with the high speed modern times of today, and sets an example of how a successful 21st century company should be run. |
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