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Aug 20, 2008
RACs May Sue over Proposed Tax
A proposed 2.5-percent tax on rental cars are scheduled to be placed on the ballot in San Mateo County. Rental car companies say the tax unfairly singles out the auto rental industry.





Aug 20, 2008
Hertz Plans Car-Sharing Venture
Hertz says it will have leading-edge technology in place to make the program effective. UHaul and Enterprise are also testing the car sharing waters.





Aug 20, 2008
Editorial Calls for Amending Hawaii Rental Car Tax
The editorial states that a $1-per-day tax raises questions about whether a higher rate will follow.





Aug 20, 2008
Budget Offers Sept. Discounts at Neighborhood Locations
For a limited time, customers can rent a compact vehicle for $169 per week, a mid-size for $34.99 per day or $174 per week, a full-size for $199 per week, a mini van for $309 per week or a standard SUV for $249 per week.





Aug 20, 2008
Enterprise Offers 50% Discount on Local Weekend Rentals
Rate applies to economy through full-size vehicles and is available on most weekends. The program is not offered at airport locations.





Aug 20, 2008
Avis Survey Rates Travel Delays
Survey intends to show how renting a GPS navigation device can aid business travelers.





Aug 20, 2008
PA Group Seeks to Remove Car Rental Tax
“Whiskey Rebellion II” campaign seeks to remove a tax on alcoholic drinks, and a $2-per-day tax on car rentals.





Aug 20, 2008
RezHub.com Launches New Car Rental Booking Engine
The launch of the new and improved rental car booking engine connects customers quickly and easily to fuel-efficient and eco-friendly rental car options.


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Prepared by
Chris Brown
Managing Editor
310-533-2499
chris.brown@bobit.com
Kara Ohngren
Assistant Editor
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kara.ohngren@bobit.com



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