National Helps Scottish and Southern Energy Cut Its Carbon Footprint

AUTO CENTRAL - August 7, 2008: National Car Rental has won a major new contract with Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE) one of the UK’s largest energy companies which includes the provision of a fleet of Toyota Prius to help the business reduce its carbon footprint. This new development builds on a successful 8 year relationship between National and SSE.

Under the new agreement, National will provide the 15 Toyota Prius at 10 strategic locations in the UK to be used by SSE staff on business travel. The locations were chosen after analysis of the energy company’s rental use in 2007.

This latest development demonstrates National’s ongoing commitment to help customers operate an effective travel policy that meets their business needs and environmental objectives.

Carhirebooker.com, National’s web-based reservation system will be key to guaranteeing full utilisation of the Prius fleet. The system will ensure priority use of that vehicle when bookings are taken by the SSE’s travel desk in Perth. National’s Online Management Information will also play a crucial role in management of the energy company’s vehicle rental activity as a whole, allowing fleet managers to track all reservations and costs.

“The addition of the Prius means we will be able to make a significant reduction in the emissions produced by staff on business travel and help ensure we meet our travel policy environmental objectives,” explains Linda Armit, Scottish and Southern Energy’s Facilities Manager.. “Our partnership with National offers us the flexibility to create a rental solution that meets our changing needs and guarantees we optimise the usage of these Prius.”

Andy Brogan, Area Sales Manger for National Car Rental, concludes, “We are delighted to be able to help Scottish and Southern Energy meet its environmental objectives by delivering greener travel solutions. We will continue to work closely with Scottish and Southern Energy to help them manage and operate their vehicle needs as efficiently, effectively and environmentally friendly as possible.”