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NewsAugust 3, 2010

Dollar Thrifty Reports $42.3 Million Net Income in Q2

Total revenue flat due to planned reduction in leasing to franchises. Same-store revenue up 2.9 percent. Revenue gains for vehicle rentals partially offset by drop in rental days, though volume improving. Utilization up. Strong used-car market keeps vehicle depreciation costs in check.

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NewsMarch 24, 2010

South Dakota Airport Rental Agencies Seek Help

Their revenue fell 23 percent last year and has fallen 16.5 percent so far this year.

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Articlesby Chris BrownMarch 1, 2010

Public RACs: 2009 Report Cards

Hertz, Avis Budget and Dollar Thrifty improved earnings year over year. Expect continued—if modest—improvements in 2010.

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NewsFebruary 10, 2010

Budget Business Program Returns $6 Million in Rebates

In 2009, the Budget Business Program awarded nearly $2 million to small and mid-sized businesses for car rentals.

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NewsJanuary 27, 2010

Falling Rental Car Revenues Hit Sports Facility Deals

Income from a rental car fee that supports debt on Cactus League stadiums is falling.

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NewsDecember 16, 2009

Car Rental Industry Revenues Drop, Profits Rise

Revenue for the U.S. car rental industry in 2009 dropped for the first time since 2002, though cost-cutting is keeping car rental companies profitable, reports Auto Rental News.

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NewsDecember 9, 2009

Dollar Thrifty: Q4, Yearly Income to Improve

DTAG now expects fourth quarter Corporate Adjusted EBITDA to be $10-$15 million, up from a loss of $43.4 million year over year. Company's full year 2009 EBITDA expected in $83 million to $88 million range, up from a loss of $2.3 million in 2008.

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ArticlesNovember 1, 2009

Lakes, Mountains and the Open Road: How Recreational Rentals Compare

Land access restrictions, seasonality, a smaller market for de-fleeting and liability issues all play a role in differentiating recreational rentals from auto rental.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2009

Improving Revenue Management in An Economic Downturn

To compete in this challenging fiscal climate, your company must adopt rate management strategies that reflect a more flexible booking policy, be able to take advantage of walk-up business and establish a unique market position.

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ArticlesMay 1, 2009

Cut Costs, Not Customer Service

By analyzing these often overlooked areas of car rental operations, you can add to your bottom line without affecting the rental experience.

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