Hertz Electrifies Denver

Hertz Electrifies launched in Denver with Former Mayor Michael Hancock in February 2023.


     

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    “This partnership with Hertz will provide invaluable data about where we need charging infrastructure the most, as well as provide new opportunities with this new technology to create good-paying jobs for our current and future workforce.”

    — Former Denver Mayor Michael B. Hancock

    Adding Electric Vehicles

    Hertz aims to bring up to 5,200 rental EVs to Denver for availability to Hertz customers and rideshare drivers.

    Adding Electric Vehicles
    Accelerating Charging Infrastructure

    Accelerating Charging Infrastructure

    Hertz is supporting expanded EV fleets by adding charging capacity at its locations and accelerating public charging infrastructure in partnership with third parties. Hertz is sharing its “Hertz Charging Opportunity Index” with Denver to help inform city planning for electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

    Building Education and Training for Jobs of the Future

    Hertz is Partnering with Montbello Career and Technical High School to provide EV training materials, including a donated electric vehicle, that the school will incorporate into its automotive curriculum. Additionally, Hertz is making summer job opportunities available through the Denver Youth Employment Program.

    Building Education and Training for Jobs of the Future
    Broadening Economic Opportunity

    Broadening Economic Opportunity

    Hertz is bringing EVs to Denver that will be available to rideshare drivers. To date, nearly 50,000 drivers have rented a Hertz EV, completing over 24 million fully electric trips across 260 million miles.


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    Want to see Hertz electrifies in your community?
    Contact us at hertzelectrifies@hertz.com today.

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