Avis Budget Group Appoints Thomas M. Gartland Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing

PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 14, 2008 -- Avis Budget Group announced today that Thomas M. Gartland has joined the Company as executive vice president of sales and marketing. Mr. Gartland will oversee the development of revenue generating activities and direct all marketing and sales functions including commercial sales, vehicle replacement, truck and global travel partnerships, as well as small business programs and contact center operations.

"With more than 28 years of sales and leadership experience, Tom is a valuable addition to Avis Budget Group and we're pleased to have him onboard," said Robert Salerno, president and chief operating officer of Avis Budget Group. "As we continue to focus on growing our brands domestically and internationally, we're confident Tom's experience, knowledge and forward-thinking will help us achieve our goals."

Prior to joining Avis Budget Group, Mr. Gartland served as president for JohnsonDiversey, Inc., where he led the company's North American operations. Mr. Gartland received a bachelor's degree in business administration and marketing from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minn.

About Avis Budget Group

Avis Budget Group, Inc. is a leading provider of vehicle rental services, with operations in more than 70 countries. Through its Avis and Budget brands, the Company is the largest general-use vehicle rental company in each of North America, Australia, New Zealand and certain other regions based on published airport statistics. Avis Budget Group is headquartered in Parsippany, N.J. and has more than 30,000 employees. For more information about Avis Budget Group, visit AVIS.