Hertz expands electric bike offer to Spain

The Hertz Corporation has announced a new electric bicycle offering in several tourist areas of Spain following a successful launch in London earlier this year.Hertz customers in Spain now have a choice of nine different Swiss Flyer electric bikes available from 24 euros (US$32) a day.
May 2, 2012 Read time: 1 min
The 3978 Hertz Corporation has announced a new electric bicycle offering in several tourist areas of Spain following a successful launch in London earlier this year.

Hertz customers in Spain now have a choice of nine different Swiss Flyer electric bikes available from 24 euros (US$32) a day. The sturdy Flyers are equipped with Lithium-ion batteries that support travel at up to 25 kilometers an hour, with a range of 85 kilometers. The eco-friendly bikes come with full training, a helmet and road safety vest to ensure customers feel at their safest when exploring tourist destinations.

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