Avis is renting mobility scooters to its customers as part of a pilot program launched earlier this week in Las Vegas and Orlando. Under the program, the four-wheeled, lightweight scooters by Scootaround can be reserved and placed in the trunk of rental vehicle or delivered to the customer’s location.
According to Avis, it is one of the first car rental company’s to offer the service. The scooter program is part of Avis Access, a service designed for travelers with disabilities. Avis Access makes available transfer boards, hand controls, spinner knobs, panoramic mirrors and swivel seats to aid disabled car renters.
“Many people need to use mobility scooters in their everyday activities,” said Scott Deaver, executive vice president of marketing for Avis Budget Car Rental, parent company of Avis. “By offering them a fast and easy way to get them when they are traveling, we’re able to enhance their whole travel experience. This new service reinforces our commitment to help make travel more accessible for everyone.”
The scooter rentals, which are commissionable, can be reserved through Avis’ reservations at (888) TRY-HARDER or by contacting Scootaround directly at (888) 441-7575 or online at www.scootaround.com/avis. There is an additional charge of $40 per rental day in Las Vegas and $50 per rental day in Orlando; multiple day discounts are also available.
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