Who owns Thrifty UK?
Who owns Thrifty UK?
Scot Group Ltd
Scot Group Ltd operates both the Dollar and Thrifty rental brands in the UK and is the largest privately owned rental company in the UK today.
Is Thrifty and Hertz the same company?
Thrifty serves both the airport and local markets through company-owned stores and an expansive franchise network. In November 2012, Thrifty, along with sister company Dollar Rent A Car, joined the Hertz family of brands following Hertz’s acquisition of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc.
What is a rental car called in England?
Although you can tour England extensively by rail, sometimes renting a car in the United Kingdom’s largest country is the best way to explore to out-of-way villages, historic sites, and verdant countryside. Here are some useful things to know about car rental or “car hire” as it is called in England.
Are Sixt and Thrifty the same company?
Update 7th December 2021: Much of the original Thrifty Australia operational structure has been rebranded as SIXT Australia. NRMA’s master license for Thrifty expired earlier this year and they have now changed over to be SIXT Australia.
Is Sixt owned by Thrifty?
What do I need to rent a car in England?
To rent a car in the UK, you’ll need:
- Driver’s license.
- Valid ID (Driver’s license or passport can be used; for non-EU visitors, an International Driver Permit is required if your license is not written in English.)
- International travelers must also show passport, proof of return travel & residency information.
Can I drive in England with an American license?
Can Americans drive in the UK legally? You’re only allowed to drive in the UK with a US driving license for up to 12 months. You’ll need to apply for a full UK license once those 12 months are up and start the licensing process as if you were a beginning driver.
Is it difficult to drive in England?
It’s not the hardest adjustment to make and if you’re focused then you’re going to be just fine driving in the UK. However, some roads are harder than others and when faced with cyclists, pedestrians, and traffic, your instincts get a little twisted due to being on the left side of the road.
