Hertz this week announced plans to nearly triple its EV rental fleet in the heart of America’s oil industry.
The rental giant plans to bring 2,100 EVs to Houston, as well as an “EV fast-charging hub” at Houston Hobby airport that will serve both ride-hailing drivers and the general public, according to a company press release.
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This adds to Hertz’s plans to funnel thousands of EVs to major U.S. cities—starting with 5,200 EVs and supporting charging announced last month for Denver. Houston is the second city in Hertz’s EV rollout, with others to follow. That plan also includes EV rentals for Uber drivers
Hertz has already announced plans to buy 100,000 Tesla Model 3 sedans, up to 65,000 Polestar EVs over five years, and up to 175,000 GM EVs through 2027—plus more from other automakers. The company said a mix of Tesla, Polestar, and GM models will be available in Houston as the EV rental program ramps up.