Carwiz Grows Service in Florida, Texas
The Croatian-based global rental car provider adds locations at the Tampa and Houston international airports.

(L to R): Alberto Lucente, CEO of Colusa Rent a Car; and owner Krešimir Dobrilović, CEO of CARWIZ international.
Photo: Carwiz
CARWIZ International recently renewed its five-year partnership with Colusa Rent a Car in Miami to provide service in Florida and Texas, strengthening its presence in the southeastern U.S.
The expansion marks CARWIZ’s entry into two of the most highly trafficked destinations in the U.S., with new locations at Tampa International Airport in Tampa, Florida and George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas.
Florida, a state that welcomes over 130 million visitors annually, and Houston, a major business and travel hub with over 45 million passengers passing through its airports each year, represent prime opportunities for CARWIZ to offer its car rental services.
The continued collaboration with Colusa Rent a Car is a cornerstone of CARWIZ’s growth strategy in the U.S. over the past five years.
"This expansion into Tampa and Houston is more than just a growth milestone; it reflects the strong partnership we have forged with Colusa Rent a Car and our shared, unwavering commitment to providing exceptional service," said Krešimir Dobrilović, CEO of Carwiz, in an Aug. 13 news release.
The expansion into these key markets underscores Carwiz’s strategic focus on a region renowned for its vibrant tourism and economic vitality. With this move, the company is not only meeting the increasing demand from tourists and business travelers but also strengthening its brand presence across the region.
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