Europcar Announces New Partnership with BMW

Europcar has announced a new partnership with BMW, bringing power, efficiency and style to its Prestige fleet.

2013-02-15

TEDDINGTON, ENGLAND, February 15, 2013 (Press-News.org) Europcar, the leader in car hire services in Europe, is bringing its customers the ultimate choice in luxury with the addition of BMW to the Prestige fleet for the very first time.

Answering the demand from its customers, the Prestige by Europcar fleet has introduced a number of models from the BMW 3 and 5 Series range. Ensuring that customers can enjoy a world class driving experience, the vehicles on the Prestige fleet come with a number of options over and above the standard vehicle specification. The new BMWs are available to book now for collection in February.

"BMW stands for engineering perfection, elegance and class, so we are really excited to be adding these vehicles to the Prestige fleet," said Ken McCall, Managing Director, Europcar UK Group. "Whether it's impressing clients on a business trip or turning heads at a special event, driving a BMW makes travelling a pleasure rather than a chore."

The 3 Series Saloon in automatic guise includes the state-of-the-art BMW EfficientDynamics technology, as well as BMW media and interior comfort packages, leather upholstery, parking sensors and heated front seats. The 5 Series Saloon in Sport automatic transmission also features the BMW media package, exterior folding mirrors and sun protection glass.

A number of 5 Series M Sport Saloons with eight-speed automatic transmission are also being added to Europcar's BMW hire service. With their dynamic design and contemporary sporty profile, the 5 Series M Sport Saloon perfectly blends form and function. The introduction of these vehicles provides Europcar customers a wide range of choice from the prestigious BMW marque.

"Our new partnership with BMW ensures Europcar customers continue to gain access to some of the most desirable cars on the road today," added Ken McCall. "And available from our national network of locations, the Prestige by Europcar fleet takes the stress out of travel and adds that touch of luxury."

About Europcar:
Europcar is the leader in car rental services in Europe. Present in 140 countries, the company provides customers with access to the world's largest vehicle rental network through its own operations, franchisees and partnerships. With 6,500 employees committed to delivering customer satisfaction and an average fleet of 190,000 vehicles, Europcar is conscious of its corporate citizenship responsibilities. Winner of the first World Travel Award recognizing the World's Leading Green Transport Solutions Company, Europcar also was honoured with the Award in 2010 and 2011. Europcar is owned by Eurazeo.

Website: http://www.europcar.co.uk/

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