ESTERO, Fla., May 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Driving will be
a little more exciting this summer for those who get behind the
wheel of the new 2016 Hertz Shelby GT-H Mustang, which will be
available starting Memorial Day
weekend. A limited number of Ford Shelby GT-H vehicles will be
available exclusively through the Hertz Adrenaline Collection for
renters flying into 17 select U.S. airport locations in
Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, Nevada, North
Carolina, Tennessee,
Texas and Washington.
Hertz first introduced a custom Shelby Mustang as part of its
"Rent-A-Racer" program in 1966, when Hertz and Carroll Shelby saw an opportunity to give
everyday drivers and car enthusiasts a special experience -- the
chance to get behind the wheel of a high-performance vehicle. That
year, the 1966 Shelby GT350-H, now a favorite of car collectors,
was introduced. Ford supplied the Mustangs with V8 engines and
mostly automatic transmissions, Shelby added extra performance and
style and Hertz gave customers access to a unique driving
experience. As a tribute to the original Rent-A-Racer, the
companies teamed up in 2006 to produce the 40th anniversary edition
Shelby GT-H. Today, these models are among the most sought-after
collector cars in the world.
"We want to give Hertz customers a special experience this
summer," said Matt Jauchius,
executive vice president and chief marketing officer at Hertz
Global Holdings. "To mark the 50th anniversary of the Rent-A-Racer,
we've joined forces with Ford and Shelby once again to introduce
the 2016 Ford Shelby GT-H. We're thrilled to make this iconic
vehicle available to our customers through the Hertz Adrenaline
Collection.
"It's truly the perfect ride for anyone who wants to take their
summer road trips to another level," Jauchius added.
Hertz Adrenaline Collection
As a leader in offering various specialty and luxury vehicles
through its Dream Cars, Green Traveler, and Prestige collections,
Hertz's Adrenaline Collection gives thrill-seeking customers the
chance to experience something more their speed.
The Adrenaline Collection offers a variety of high-performance
sports cars that can be specifically reserved on Hertz.com.
The 2016 Ford Shelby GT-H will be available for rent at 17
select airport locations through the Hertz Adrenaline Collection in
the following U.S. cities: Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Fort
Lauderdale, Fort Myers,
Fla., Las Vegas,
Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, Orlando, Seattle, San
Diego, San Francisco,
San Jose, Calif., and Phoenix.
Added Performance
The Ford Shelby GT-H has a powerful 5.0L V8 engine with 435
horsepower and 400 lb.-foot of torque, equipped with a Ford
Performance cat-back touring exhaust with chrome tips for a deeper
muscle car sound. To put all of the horsepower to the ground, the
Ford Shelby GT-H also comes with the Ford Racing Handling Pack,
including special-tuned dampers, lowering springs, sway bars and a
staggered wheel kit. The Shelby GT-H rides on 19-inch aluminum
wheels wearing high-performance Michelin rubber.
Like the first two generation cars, the 2016 Shelby GT-H is
outfitted in the classic black and gold livery. Each Shelby GT-H
wears black exterior paint, set off with gold racing stripes, a
hallmark of Hertz vehicles dating back to the 1920s. Shelby's
traditional "Le Mans" dual racing stripes are combined with a set
of rocker stripes that include special "Shelby GT-H" nomenclature.
Each car also wears a Hertz Edition emblem on the front fenders,
and feature Hertz Shelby GT-H sill plates and a numbered badge.
To hint at the 5.0 liter V8 engine's capabilities, the Ford
Shelby GT-H is fitted with a unique Shelby-designed vented hood,
carbon fiber front splitter and rear spoiler. Special badges appear
in the front grille, rear faux gas cap and trunk lid. Inside,
Shelby GT-H logos are on the head restraint, sill plates and floor
mats.
To learn more about the 2016 Shelby GT-H, visit
www.Hertz.com/ShelbyGTH. To reserve other vehicles available
through the Hertz Adrenaline Collection visit www.Hertz.com. Hertz
Adrenaline Collection vehicles may also be reserved through travel
agents or by calling Hertz toll-free at (800) 654-3131.
About Hertz Global Holdings
Hertz Global Holdings
operates the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly car rental brands
in approximately 9,980 corporate and licensee locations throughout
approximately 150 countries in North
America, Europe,
Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle
East and New Zealand. Hertz
Global Holdings is the largest worldwide airport general use car
rental company with approximately 1,635 airport locations in the
U.S. and more than 1,320 airport locations internationally. Product
and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards,
NeverLost®, Carfirmations, Mobile Wi-Fi and unique vehicles offered
through the Adrenaline, Dream, Green and Prestige Collections set
Hertz Global Holdings apart from the competition. Additionally,
Hertz Global Holdings owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management
leader Donlen Corporation, operates the Hertz 24/7 hourly
car rental business in international markets and sells vehicles
through its Rent2Buy program. The Company also owns Hertz Equipment
Rental Corporation ("HERC"), one of the largest equipment rental
businesses with approximately 280 locations worldwide offering a
diverse line of equipment and tools for rent and sale. HERC
primarily serves the construction, industrial, oil, gas,
entertainment and government sectors. For more information about
Hertz Global Holdings, visit: www.hertz.com.
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