Former Thrifty Executive Named Vice President Of Franchise Operations For U-save Auto Rental

(Thursday, August 12, 2004) - U-Save Auto Rental announced today, the appointment of Gary Valentine as Vice President, Operations. Mr. Valentine has served as an Executive Director in the franchise division of Thrifty Car Rental for the past nine years. Mr. Valentine will be based at the Company's headquarters in Jackson, MS. "Gary brings a wealth of knowledge and operational experience to our organization. His twenty years of experience in car rental will assist us in our growth strategy into the airport markets, while continuing the support and growth of the neighborhood markets." commented Tom McDonnell, Co-Chairman, for U-Save Auto Rental of America, Inc.

About U-Save Auto Rental of America, Inc. ( www.rentusave.com )

U-Save, with its subsidiary ARRC ( Auto Rental Resource Center ), is one of the nation's largest franchise car rental companies, with over 800 locations throughout the country. Having primarily serviced the local market for the past 25 years, current expansion plans call for the opening of airport locations in the top 30 markets across the country. U-Save already services airport markets in Tampa, Orlando, Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Sanford, St. Pete/Clearwater, Jacksonville and Myrtle Beach . The strategy to expand presence in the airport market comes in response to requests from U-Save franchisees and customers to extend the reach of the U-Save brand. The neighborhood market will continue to be a very important focus of the company, and further expansion in this market is also anticipated.

For further information on U-Save Auto Rental, please contact Robby Gathings at 1-800-438-2300, or visit our website at: www.rentusave.com

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