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NewsAugust 29, 2012

<i>Updated:</i> FSNA Details Potential Advantage Acquisition

Franchise Services of North America and its partner Macquarie Capital have signed a purchase agreement with the Hertz Corp. to acquire Advantage Rent-A-Car once certain divested assets from Dollar Thrifty meet regulatory requirements.

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NewsAugust 27, 2012

Hertz and Dollar Thrifty Announce Merger Agreement

The deal is valued at $2.3 billion and $87.50 per share. Hertz will also sell Advantage to Franchise Services of North America and Macquarie Capital.

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NewsMay 3, 2012

Hertz Closer to Advantage Sale

Company reports it has 'agreed on the material terms' on the sale of its Advantage brand with a potential buyer. Announcement opens the door for a new Dollar Thrifty deal.

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NewsDecember 13, 2011

Advantage Rent A Car Opens 8 New Locations Across Europe

In Europe, Advantage offers vehicles in mini, economy, compact, intermediate and premium categories.

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NewsSeptember 16, 2011

Hertz’s Agent Gold Reward Members Could Win New Car

In a new promotion, “Working for the Weekend,” Hertz will give U.S. travel agent members of the rewards program a chance to win a new car as well as additional rewards points.

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NewsMay 6, 2011

Hertz Names John Holt Leader of Advantage Rent A Car

John Holt has been appointed Vice President, Advantage Rent A Car, effective immediately, and reporting to the Company's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mark P. Frissora.

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NewsApril 27, 2011

Hertz Names Gary Fulena Acting General Manager of Advantage

Hertz also promotes Lois Boyd to president of Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation.

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NewsOctober 6, 2010

Advantage Rent a Car Opens Four New Locations in the U.S.

The Hertz Corporation said it will open six more locations by November.

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NewsOctober 1, 2010

Hertz Shifts Focus to Advantage Expansion

Hertz states it is taking the necessary steps to cease activities related to the acquisition of Dollar Thrifty.

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NewsSeptember 13, 2010

Hertz Ups Dollar Thrifty Bid, Begins Divestiture of Advantage

New purchase price of $50 per share represents an increase of $10.80 per share in the cash consideration to be paid to Dollar Thrifty shareholders. Other key provisions remain unchanged, including a $44.6 million reverse termination fee payable to Dollar Thrifty if required antitrust clearance is not obtained.

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