National Car Rental Adds US Airways Dividend Miles(R) Program to Travel Partners
New Relationship Gives Business Travelers More Reward Options
CHICAGO, July 17 -- National Car Rental, one of the largest car rental brands in the world, announced today from the National Business Travelers Association (NBTA) International Convention and Exposition, that it has began a frequent flyer program partnership with the new US Airways, which is the result of the recent US Airways and America West merger.
Under the new partnership, National customers will receive Dividend Miles for each dollar spent on rental car time and mileage. For exact earning structure, see the "Travel Partners" section at http://www.nationalcar.com/ .
"Adding US Airways to our comprehensive list of travel partners gives our customers more of the flexibility and convenience they have come to expect," said Jerry Dow, chief marketing officer for National. "From the ability to bypass the counter to providing e-receipts, National is committed to providing the fastest, most convenient car rental experience in the industry."
Travis Christ, vice president, sales and marketing for US Airways, said the new partnership benefits US Airways customers as well.
"US Airways continues to provide opportunities for travelers to earn Dividend Miles awards," said Christ. "Partnering with National Car Rental is a great perk as you move from the cabin to the driver's seat."
Corporate travel managers and other customers are invited to visit the National Car Rental booth during NBTA, July 16-19 at Chicago's McCormick Place.
About US Airways
US Airways and America West's recent merger creates the fifth largest domestic airline employing nearly 35,000 aviation professionals. US Airways, US Airways Shuttle and US Airways Express operate approximately 3,800 flights per day and serve more than 230 communities in the U.S., Canada, Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America. US Airways is a member of Star Alliance, which provides connections for our customers to 842 destinations in 152 countries worldwide. Additional information on US Airways can be found at http://www.usairways.com/ .
About National Car Rental
Worldwide, National Car Rental is one of the largest car rental brands in the world, with locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, the Caribbean, Latin America, Asia, the Pacific Rim, Africa, the Middle East and Australia. The National Car Rental brand is operated by Vanguard Car Rental USA Inc.