Budget Offers Impulsive Travelers Last Minute Rates as Low as $13.99 per Day

LISLE, Ill., Nov. 14, 2002; No big plans for the weekend? Maybe Budget Rent a Car can help to inspire some fun ideas with its series of special Last Minute weekend and weekly rates on all car classes, starting as low as $13.99 per day for Ford Rangers when booked online at www.budget.com . Every week Budget posts new Last Minute savings, which are available only at www.budget.com .

Right now, consumers can save anywhere from $4 to $44 per day on weekend rentals and anywhere from $10 to $200 on weekly rentals in select markets across the country when they take advantage of Budget's Last Minute deals. For example, between November 14, 2002 and November 17, 2002, consumers can pick up a full-size car in Chicago, IL for a weekend rate of $22.99 per day or a sporty Ford Mustang convertible for $155.99 per week. Those renting in Miami, FL can tap into a weekend rate of $34.99 per day for a mid-size SUV or a weekly rate of $139.99 for a full size car. In Reno, NV consumers can book an economy car for a weekend rate of $19.00 per day or a Ford Ranger for $115 per week. Specific savings for each market are listed at www.budget.com .

"Budget updates its Last Minute specials and posts exciting new deals on a weekly basis," said Mike Gavelek, Budget's vice president of Marketing. "With Budget's Last Minute steals, no plans can turn into big plans quickly. Drive up to a bed and breakfast, join the tailgating party, go antique hunting -- Budget has the car and price to match your short-notice adventures."

At www.budget.com, consumers can also check out Budget's low Plan Ahead rates for rentals booked online at least three weeks in advance in the company's Specials section. In addition, consumers can sign up to receive regular notice of discounts and promotions.

For details, rental qualifications and terms and conditions for these great Last Minute savings, visit www.budget.com .