Budget Rent A Car was founded in 1958 as a car rental company for the "budget-minded" renter. Today, as an industry leader, Budget continues to appeal to value-minded renters by offering quality vehicles and a rewarding rental experience at over 3,000 rental locations worldwide. Budget Rent A Car System, Inc. is the owner and franchiser of one of the world's best-known car rental brands with nearly 1,900 car rental locations in the U.S., Canada, Latin America, Caribbean, Australia and New Zealand. The company operates Budget Truck Rental and is part of the Avis Budget Group, Inc., (NYSE:CAR) formerly Cendant Corporation. From reservation to rental, Budget has many programs and services designed for your small to mid-size business.