Smart Car Rental and Mercedes Smart Car History

Sometimes, good things come in small packages. Introduced to the world in 2003, the Smart Car is a tiny, yet useful car. Ideal for fuel efficiency and simple parking, Smart Car rentals have been rapidly growing in popularity across the globe. Smart is an acronym for Swatch Mercedes Art. Produced by Mercedes, the Smart Car offers a unique appearance and design, along with modern functionality, safety, and fuel efficiency. Smart car rentals are a new vehicle, for new circumstances in our world. It's time for a Smart revolution.

It began with a little forward thinking

In 1994, the brains at Daimler-Benz and Swatch came together in a little forward thinking. It was time in automotive history to make a subcompact car that was eco-friendly, affordable, and safe. The executives at Swatch originally brought the idea to General Motors and Volkswagen, however, after each company rejected the idea, it was the world famous Daimler-Benz who bit. Upon conception, the Smart Car was manufactured in Hambach, France. It wasn't until the plant in Boblingen, Germany opened, that Smart technology changed forever. The automotive industry and Smart Car Rentals were in for a change.

Choose the model that's right for you

Sporty, traditional, or convertible...all subcompact. What exactly is a subcompact car? The subcompact Smart Car is only 250 centimeters, or 98.4 inches in length. If this measurement rings a bell, it is because this is the width of a typical parking space. Smart Car Rentals were designed for nose first parking, and so that multiple Smart Car Rentals could be parked in a single space. Over the years, Mercedes has released a number of Smart Models including the original Fortwo. This was followed by the Forfour, Roadster, Crossblade, Crosstown, and Formore. As well, new Smart Cars are soon to be produced, including a fully electric or hybrid model.

The Smart Cars are coming

You wouldn't be reading this article if Smart Cars and Smart Car Rentals had not made it to North America. In 2004, Smart Cars were introduced onto the Canadian automobile market by Mercedes-Benz. It wasn't until 2008 however, that the Smart Car became available on the American market. Before this, Smart Cars were only available on the grey market (imported vehicles from overseas countries). Smart Cars were thought to be the change in the United States automobile market. As a welcomed alternative to so many oversized, overpriced vehicles on the market, the Smart Car debuted in the United States starting at only $12,000.

Get yours quick, they're selling like wildfire

Smart Car Rentals were once viewed as impractical. Today, practicality is a major selling point of Smart Cars. In fact, close to one million Smart Cars have been sold worldwide. When we say worldwide, we mean it, as the Smart Car is available in 37 countries. Strangely enough, the United States of America was country number 37 on this list. As the hottest car on the streets of fashionable cities including Paris, Barcelona, London, and Rome, the Smart Car will undoubtedly be a hit in New York City.

Get Smart today

Put down your book, forget that boring TV show, and get Smart today. Enjoy a fun drive in your Smart Car Rentals vehicle around New York City. Smart Cars are here to stay. The typical Smart Car gets roughly 33 miles to the gallon on the city streets, and a miraculous 41 miles to the gallon on the highway. Easy to park, easy to drive, fuel efficient, eco-friendly, and stylish. Visit Action New York Car Rental and get your Smart Car Rental vehicle today. As the automotive industry transitions into a new era, watch as the Smart Car leads the North American automotive revolution.

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