Hertz Global (NASDAQ:HTZWW) (NASDAQ:HTZWW) is a leading provider of vehicle rental services, offering both short-term and long-term rental solutions to individual consumers, small businesses and corporate clients. The company’s core offerings include passenger cars, SUVs, trucks and specialty vehicles, complemented by value-driven mobility packages and insurance options tailored to diverse customer needs.
Operating under the Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty brands, Hertz delivers its services through a mix of company-owned and franchised locations situated in airports, urban centers and travel hubs. Customers can reserve vehicles via online platforms, mobile applications or through Hertz’s global reservation system, with ancillary services such as roadside assistance, loyalty rewards and vehicle tracking enhancing the overall rental experience.
Hertz traces its origins to 1918, when entrepreneur Walter L. Jacobs launched a modest car rental operation in Chicago. The business was acquired in 1923 by John D. Hertz, leading to decades of expansion across North America and international markets. Over its history, the company has adapted to evolving travel trends, navigated corporate restructurings and embraced technological innovations in fleet management and digital customer engagement.
Today, Hertz maintains a presence in more than 150 countries across six continents, supported by a seasoned executive team and board of directors. The company continues to focus on operational efficiency, fleet modernization—including electric and hybrid vehicles—and strategic partnerships to strengthen its position in the global mobility market.
