What is the 'Franchisee Group' as defined in the Dollar Rent A Car General Release?

Based on the 2025 Dollar Rent A Car Franchise Disclosure Document, the term 'Franchisee' is defined within the context of the Multiple-Brand Franchising Addendum. This addendum involves Hertz System, Inc., Dollar Rent A Car, Inc., Thrifty Rent-A-Car System, LLC, the franchisee, and the franchisee's owners. The parties are collectively referred to as the 'Parties'.

Specifically, the addendum is made between Hertz System, Inc. ('Hertz'), Dollar Rent A Car, Inc. ('Dollar'), Thrifty Rent-A-Car System, LLC ('Thrifty'), the franchisee, and the franchisee's owners, each defined as an 'Owner' and collectively the 'Owners'. All these entities together are referred to as the 'Parties' within the agreement. This definition is crucial for understanding the scope and applicability of the addendum, particularly concerning obligations and rights.

For a prospective Dollar Rent A Car franchisee, understanding this definition is important because it clarifies who is bound by the terms of the Multiple-Brand Franchising Addendum. This includes not only the franchisee entity but also the individual owners, ensuring that all relevant parties are aware of their responsibilities and the confidential information they may access. This also applies to franchisees who operate under multiple brands (Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty) simultaneously.