SINGAPORE, Feb. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ --
Leading car hire company, Avis, announces the launch of its
dedicated mobile site for the Singapore market: m.avis.com.sg which
allows customers to search for car hire quotes and book direct from
their mobile phone.
The mobile site is a replica of the existing Avis
Singapore website but has been simplified to allow fast and easy
booking and also gives customers the ability to check and alter
existing bookings.
Functions of the Avis Singapore mobile site include
the ability to search for your nearest branch, a calendar view,
pricing options, service details, quick checkout and reservation
checking and modifying.
The mobile site can be accessed simply by visiting
m.avis.com.sg from a mobile device. Here user will be met by two
options: "get a quote", or "lookup reservation". On the iPhone or
Blackberry, one is given the option to create a web app by adding
the site to "my home page", allowing for easy future access to the
mobile site.
Joerg A. Kossich, General Managerof Avis Singapore
& Asia Business Development Manager, says: "Online trends show
how the mobile channel has evolved into a strong and effective
sales distribution alternative, particularly for Singapore, which
is one of the largest mobile phone communities in the world. Avis
continues to keep its commitment in providing its customers with
world-class service and innovative products such as a mobile
platform like m.avis.com.sg which is definitely a smart solution to
fit to our clients' busy lifestyle."
Kossich added that in 2011 direct bookings through
the official Avis Singapore website increased significantly and
that with a direct mobile solution, a new and more tech-savvy
market will be created addressing the needs even of the younger
generation.
For more information, visit
m.avis.com.sg.
About Avis in Singapore
Avis opened its first location in Singapore in 1972.
Throughout the 70s, Avis grew steadily in Singapore and in the
Asian region, with other operations launched in Hong Kong, the
Philippines, Pakistan, Malaysia and Indonesia. More recently,
developments have included openings in India in 1999 and China in
2003.
Avis Singapore operates the Avis brand throughout a
network of five locations, including two city offices at 390A
Havelock Road, #01-07 Waterfront Plaza, Singapore 169664; and 6
Raffles Boulevard #01-101D Marina Square Shopping Mall; and three
airport locations: Changi International Airport Terminal 1,
Terminal 2 and Terminal 3.
Today, Avis Singapore offers its customers a wide
range of local and international mobility services combined with
the "We Try Harder" (patented slogan) service and quality
levels.
About Avis in Asia
In Asia, Avis is a leading provider of vehicle
rental; vehicle leasing and limousine/chauffeur drive services
operating over 330 locations through a network of wholly owned
subsidiaries, joint ventures and licensee agreements in 22 markets.
Avis opened its first operations in Asia in 1970 in Hong Kong.
Throughout the 70's Avis grew steadily in the region, with
operations launched in Singapore, the Philippines, Pakistan,
Malaysia and Indonesia. More recently, developments have included
openings in India, mainland China, Taiwan and
Vietnam.
Avis is owned by Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:
CAR), which operates and licenses the brand throughout the world.
For more information about Avis Budget Group, visit
www.avisbudgetgroup.com.
SOURCE: Avis Singapore