Leading global car rental company Hertz has continued to expand its network of partnerships.

The Hertz Corporation and ExpertFlyer.com today announced that the companies have joined in a new agreement that will provide small businesses a host of exclusive savings.

These include discounts on travel services such Hertz rental cars, membership with ExpertFlyer.com, and savings on other corporate program participants.  The new alliance will focus on the continuing demand for travel service companies to provide effective travel solutions to small businesses to assist them in maximising their travel budgets. 

Chief Marketing Officer at Hertz, Michael Senackerib, said the company was delighted to welcome ExpertFlyer into the Hertz Business Account Program, adding that the partnership would allow Hertz to continue its commitment to providing value proposition to its customers. Senackerib stated that in trying economic times, travel service partners who could benefit small business owners through better use of their revenues were a vital component of ongoing customer service.

The Hertz Business Account Program features exclusive benefits and savings to small businesses, including 20 per cent off vehicle rentals, free membership to the Hertz #1 Club Gold in the first year, and capacity to accrue membership credits that can be put toward free rentals.  Members also can enjoy savings with other partnership programs, such as FedEx and American Express, with the range of benefits now available to all subscribers with ExpertFlyer.