Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule Of Intangible Assets
Schedule of Intangible Assets and Goodwill [Table Text Block]
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Summary Of Share Based Payment Other Than Options Valuation Assumptions
Schedule Of Share Based Payment Other Than Options Valuation Assumptions Table [Table Text Block]
Tabular disclosure of the significant assumptions used during the year to estimate the fair value of market vesting restricted stock awards, including, but not limited to: (a) expected term of the award,(b) expected volatility of the entity's shares, (c) expected dividends and (d) risk-free rate.
Stock Based Compensation Activity
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Activity [Table Text Block]
Summary Of Share Based Compensation Shares Authorized Under Stock Option Plans By Exercise Price Range
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table Text Block]
Other Current Assets [Abstract]
Other Current Assets [Abstract]
Other Current Assets Disclosure [Text Block]
Other Current Assets Disclosure [Text Block]
Other current assets disclosure [Text Block]
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]
Restructuring Activities
Restructuring and Related Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Basis Of Presentation And Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements [Abstract]
Basis Of Presentation And Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements [Abstract]
Basis of Presentation
Basis of Accounting, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Vehicle Programs
Vehicle Program Policy [Policy Text Block]
Vehicle Program Policy [Text Block]
Currency Transactions
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations Policy [Policy Text Block]
Adoption of New Accounting Standards
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Earnings Per Share
Earnings Per Share [Text Block]
Basis of Presentation
Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Preferred stock,par value
Preferred Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share
Preferred stock,shares authorized
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized
Preferred stock,shares issued
Preferred Stock, Shares Issued
Preferred stock,shares outstanding
Preferred Stock, Shares Outstanding
Common stock,par value
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share
Common stock,shares authorized
Common Stock, Shares Authorized
Common stock,shares issued
Common Stock, Shares, Issued
Treasury stock,shares
Treasury Stock, Shares
Schedule of Other Current Assets [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Other Current Assets [Table Text Block]
Condensed Financial Information of Parent Company Only Disclosure [Abstract]
Consolidating Condensed Statements of Comprehensive Income
Condensed Income Statement [Table Text Block]
Schedule Of Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet Table
Schedule Of Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet Table [Table Text Block]
Consolidating condensed balance sheets
Consolidating Condensed Statements Of Cash Flows
Condensed Cash Flow Statement [Table Text Block]
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule Of Long-Term Debt
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table Text Block]
Schedule Of Committed Credit Facilities
Schedule of Line of Credit Facilities [Table Text Block]
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
Subsequent Events
Subsequent Events [Text Block]
Vehicle Rental Activities [Abstract]
Vehicle Rental Activities [Abstract]
Other Receivables
Other Receivables
Depreciation expense
Vehicle Depreciation Expense
Amount of depreciation expense recorded on rental vehicles.
Lease charges
Vehicle Lease Charges
Amount of lease charges recorded on rental vehicles.
Gain on sales of vehicles, net
Gain Loss On Sale Of Vehicles Net And Cost Of Vehicle Disposition
(Gain) Loss On Sale Of Vehicles, Net And Cost Of Vehicle Disposition
Cost of Services, Depreciation
Cost of Services, Depreciation
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Taxes
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]
Effective tax provision (benefit) rate
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent
Federal statutory rate
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent
Equity [Abstract]
Net income (loss)
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Currency translation adjustments
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, before Tax
Net unrealized gain (loss) on available-for-sale securities
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Available-for-sale Securities Adjustment, Net of Tax
Net unrealized gain (loss) on cash flow hedges
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax
Other comprehensive income (loss)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Total comprehensive income (loss)
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Debt Under Vehicle Programs And Borrowing Arrangements [Table]
Debt Under Vehicle Programs And Borrowing Arrangements [Table]
Debt Under Vehicle Programs And Borrowing Arrangements [Table]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Debt Due To Avis Budget Rental Car Funding (Member)
Debt Due To Rental Car Funding [Member]
Debt Due to Rental Car Funding [Member]
Canada Debt Borrowings [Member] [Domain]
Canada Debt Borrowings [Member] [Domain]
Canada Debt Borrowings [Member] [Domain]
International Debt Borrowings [Domain]
International Debt Borrowings [Domain]
International Debt Borrowings [Domain]
International Capital Leases [Domain]
International Capital Leases [Domain]
International Capital Leases [Domain]
Budget Truck Financing (Member)
Budget Truck Funding Program [Member]
Debt issued by the Budget Truck Funding program.
Other (Member)
Other Debt Under Vehicle Program [Member]
Other debt under the vehicle program.
Debt Under Vehicle Programs And Borrowing Arrangements [Line Items]
Debt Under Vehicle Programs And Borrowing Arrangements [Line Items]
Debt Under Vehicle Programs And Borrowing Arrangements [Line Items]
Debt under vehicle programs
Vehicle Program Outstanding Debt
Vehicle Program Outstanding Debt
Amortization expense relating to all intangible assets
Amortization of Intangible Assets
Amortization expense for remainder of the year
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Remainder of Fiscal Year
Intangible assets amortization expense, year one
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Next Twelve Months
Intangible assets amortization expense, year two
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Two
Intangible assets amortization expense, year three
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Three
Intangible assets amortization expense, year four
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Four
Intangible assets amortization expense, year five
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Five
Assets
Assets [Abstract]
Current assets:
Assets, Current [Abstract]
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value
Receivables, net
Receivables, Net, Current
Deferred income taxes
Deferred Tax Assets, Net, Current
Other current assets
Other Assets, Current
Total current assets
Assets, Current
Property and equipment, net
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net
Deferred income taxes
Deferred Tax Assets, Net of Valuation Allowance, Noncurrent
Goodwill
Goodwill
Other intangibles, net
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill)
Other non-current assets
Other Assets, Noncurrent
Total assets exclusive of assets under vehicle programs
Total Assets Exclusive Of Assets Under Vehicle Programs
Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets excluding assets relating to assets under vehicle programs that are recognized. Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events.
Assets under vehicle programs:
Assets Under Vehicle Programs [Abstract]
Assets under vehicle program
Program cash
Program Cash
The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalent items related to vehicle programs which are restricted as to withdrawal or usage. Restrictions may include legally restricted deposits held as compensating balances against short-term borrowing arrangements, contracts entered into with others, or entity statements of intention with regard to particular deposits; however, time deposits and short-term certificates of deposit are not generally included in legally restricted deposits. Excludes compensating balance arrangements that are not agreements which legally restrict the use of cash amounts shown on the balance sheet. For a classified balance sheet represents the current portion only (the noncurrent portion has a separate concept); there is a separate and distinct element for unclassified presentations.
Vehicles, net
Vehicles Net
Total carrying value of rental vehicles classified as program assets not otherwise defined in the taxonomy.
Receivables from vehicle manufacturers and other
Receivables From Vehicle Manufacturers And Other
Amounts due from vehicle manufacturers and others related to sale of rental vehicles, that have been delivered or sold in the normal course of business.
Investment in Avis Budget Rental Car Funding (AESOP) LLC—related party
Investment In Related Party
Total investments in (A) an entity in which the entity has significant influence, but does not have control, (B) subsidiaries that are not required to be consolidated and are accounted for using the equity and or cost method, and (C) an entity in which the reporting entity shares control of the entity with another party or group. (D) Investment in off-BS unconsolidated entity that issues notes to investors and bank conduit facilities.
Total assets under vehicle programs:
Assets Under Vehicle Programs
Assets Under Vehicle Programs
Total assets
Assets
Liabilities and stockholders’ equity
Liabilities and Equity [Abstract]
Current liabilities:
Liabilities, Current [Abstract]
Accounts payable and other current liabilities
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Current
Short-term debt and current portion of long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Current Maturities
Total current liabilities
Liabilities, Current
Long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Excluding Current Maturities
Other non-current liabilities
Other Liabilities, Noncurrent
Total liabilities exclusive of liabilities under vehicle programs
Total Liabilities Exclusive Of Liabilities Under Vehicle Programs
Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all liabilities that are recognized, excluding liabilities under vehicle programs. Liabilities are probable future sacrifices of economic benefits arising from present obligations of an entity to transfer assets or provide services to other entities in the future.
Liabilities under vehicle programs:
Liabilities Under Vehicle Program [Abstract]
Liabilities Under Vehicle Program [Abstract]
Debt
Debt
Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of debt related to rental vehicles due to third party lenders.
Debt due to Avis Budget Rental Car Funding (AESOP) LLC—related party
Debt Due To Related Party
Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of obligations due to Avis Budget Rental Car Funding (AESOP) LLC- a related party, for rental vehicles.
Deferred income taxes
Deferred Income Taxes
Represents the portion of deferred tax liabilities related to rental vehicles. A taxable temporary difference between the tax basis and the carrying amount of rental vehicles in the financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Other
Other Liabilities Under Vehicle Programs
Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent obligations (mainly payables for program vehicles purchased) not separately disclosed in the balance sheet due to materiality considerations. Noncurrent liabilities are expected to be paid after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer).
Total Liabilities under vehicle programs
Liabilities Under Vehicle Programs
Liabilities Under Vehicle Programs
Commitments and contingencies
Commitments and Contingencies
Stockholders’ equity:
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value—authorized 10 million shares; none issued and outstanding
Preferred Stock, Value, Issued
Common stock, $0.01 par value—authorized 250 million shares; issued 137,093,424 and 137,081,056 shares
Common Stock, Value, Issued
Additional paid-in capital
Additional Paid in Capital
Accumulated deficit
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Accumulated other comprehensive income
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Treasury stock, at cost—32,776,840 and 30,515,721 shares
Treasury Stock, Value
Total stockholders’ equity
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
Liabilities and Equity
Stock-Based Compensation
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]
Line of Credit Facility [Table]
Line of Credit Facility [Table]
Lender Name [Axis]
Lender Name [Axis]
Line of Credit Facility, Lender [Domain]
Line of Credit Facility, Lender [Domain]
Revolving Credit Facility Maturing Two Thousand Sixteen [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility Maturing Two Thousand Sixteen [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility Maturing Two Thousand Sixteen [Member]
Other Facilities [Member]
Other Facilities [Member]
Other facilities [member]
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Total Capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Current Borrowing Capacity
Outstanding Borrowings
Line of Credit Facility, Amount Outstanding
Letters of Credit Issued
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount
Available Capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity
Schedule Of Debt Under Vehicle Programs
Schedule Of Debt Under Vehicle Programs Table [Table Text Block]
Tabular disclosure of information pertaining to debt instruments under the vehicle program including amounts borrowed and other information necessary to a fair presentation.
Schedule Of Contractual Maturities
Schedule Of Contractual Maturities On Vehicle Programs Debt Table [Text Block]
Tabular disclosure of the combined aggregate amount of maturities for all borrowings for the vehicle program for each of the five years following the date of the latest balance sheet date presented.
Schedule Of Available Funding Under The Vehicle Programs
Schedule Of Available Funding Under Vehicle Program Table [Table Text Block]
Tabular disclosure of information and detail of the capacity, outstanding balances and available funding under the vehicle programs (including related party debt due to Avis Budget Rental Funding).
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Senior Notes [Member]
Senior Notes [Member]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Three And One Over Two Senior Notes [Member]
Three And One Over Two Senior Notes [Member]
Three And One Over Two Senior Notes [Member]
Four And Seven Over Eight Senior Notes [Member]
Four And Seven Over Eight Senior Notes [Member]
Four And Seven Over Eight Senior Notes [Member] [Member]
Floating Rate Senior Notes Due December 2017 [Member]
Floating Rate Senior Notes Due December 2017 [Member]
Floating Rate Senior Notes Due December 2017 [Member]
Eight And One Over Four Senior Notes [Member]
Eight And One Over Four Senior Notes [Member]
Eight And One Over Four Senior Notes [Member]
Floating Rate Term Loan Due March Two Thousand Nineteen [Member]
Floating Rate Term Loan Due March Two Thousand Nineteen [Member]
Floating rate term loan due march two thousand nineteen [member]
Nine And Three Over Four Senior Notes [Member]
Nine And Three Over Four Senior Notes [Member]
Nine And Three Over Four Senior Notes [Member]
Six Euro-Denominated Senior Notes [Member]
Six Euro-Denominated Senior Notes [Member]
Six Euro-Denominated Senior Notes [Member]
Five and One over Eight Senior Notes [Member]
Five and One over Eight Senior Notes [Member]
Five and One over Eight Senior Notes [Member]
Five And One Over Two Senior Notes [Member]
Five And One Over Two Senior Notes [Member]
Five And One Over Two Senior Notes [Member]
Long-term Debt [Member]
Long-term Debt [Member]
Long Term Borrowing By Type [Axis]
Long Term Borrowing By Type [Axis]
Long Term Borrowing By Type [Axis]
Long Term Borrowing By Type [Domain]
Long Term Borrowing By Type [Domain]
Long Term Borrowing By Type [Domain]
Long Term Borrowings [Member]
Long Term Borrowings [Member]
Long Term Borrowings [Member]
Unconsolidated Subsidiary Trusts By Type [Axis]
Unconsolidated Subsidiary Trusts By Type [Axis]
Unconsolidated Subsidiary Trusts By Type [Axis]
Unconsolidated Subsidiary Trusts By Type [Domain]
Unconsolidated Subsidiary Trusts By Type [Domain]
Unconsolidated Subsidiary Trusts By Type [Domain]
Convertible Note [Member]
Convertible Note [Member]
Convertible Note [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Repayments of Long-term Debt
Repayments of Long-term Debt
Convertible Senior Note Issuance Price As Percentage Of Face Value
Convertible Senior Note Issuance Price As Percentage Of Face Value
Convertible senior note issuance price as percentage of face value
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Debt Instrument Convertible Shares
Debt Instrument Convertible Shares
Debt Instrument, Convertible Shares
Long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Gross
Debt instrument stated interest percentage
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage
Other
Other Long-term Debt
Long-term Debt
Long-term Debt
Long-term Debt, Current Maturities
Maturity Dates
Debt Instrument, Maturity Date, Description
Proceeds from Issuance of Senior Long-term Debt
Proceeds from Issuance of Senior Long-term Debt
Debt Instrument, Description of Variable Rate Basis
Debt Instrument, Description of Variable Rate Basis
Percentage Of Margin Aggregate Interest Rate
Percentage Of Margin Aggregate Interest Rate
Percentage Of Margin Aggregate Interest Rate.
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Schedule of Cost-method Investments [Table]
Schedule of Cost-method Investments [Table]
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement Location [Domain]
Income Statement Location [Domain]
Foreign Exchange Contract [Member]
Foreign Exchange Contract [Member]
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Foreign Exchange Forward [Member]
Operating Expense [Member]
Operating Expense [Member]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Not Designated As Hedging Instruments [Member]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative Instrument Risk [Axis]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Contract Type [Domain]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Interest Rate Caps [Member]
Interest Rate Caps [Member]
Interest Rate Caps [Member]
Interest Rate Swaps [Member]
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Commodity Contracts [Member]
Commodity Contract [Member]
Currency Swap [Member]
Currency Swap [Member]
Derivative, by Nature [Axis]
Derivative, by Nature [Axis]
Derivative, Name [Domain]
Derivative, Name [Domain]
Interest Rate Caps Purchased [Member]
Purchase [Member]
Purchase [Member]
Interest Rate Caps Sold [Member]
Sold [Member]
Sold [Member]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Entity [Domain]
Entity [Domain]
Subsidiary Issuers [Member]
Subsidiaries [Member]
Schedule of Cost-method Investments [Line Items]
Schedule of Cost-method Investments [Line Items]
Net unrealized gain (loss) on cash flow hedges
Gain (Loss) on Derivative Used in Net Investment Hedge, Net of Tax
Interest Rate Cash Flow Hedge Gain (Loss) to be Reclassified During Next 12 Months, Net
Interest Rate Cash Flow Hedge Gain (Loss) to be Reclassified During Next 12 Months, Net
Absolute notional values of derivative instruments
Derivative, Notional Amount
Units Of Gasoline
Units Of Gasoline
Units Of Gasoline
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income, Net
Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Derivative, Net
Components Of The Company's Vehicles
Components Of Companys Vehicles Table [Table Text Block]
Information on the components of the Company's vehicles, net within assets under the vehicle program.
Components Of Vehicle Depreciation And Lease Charges
Components Of Vehicle Depreciation And Lease Charges Table [Table Text Block]
Information on the components of the vehicle depreciation and lease charges, net.
Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information [Table]
Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information [Table]
Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information [Table]
Parent [Member]
Parent Company [Member]
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Subsidiaries Non Guarantor [Member]
SubsidiariesNonGuarantorMember
Eliminations [Member]
Eliminations [Member]
Eliminations [Member]
Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information [Line Items]
Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information [Line Items]
Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information [Line Items]
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities
Property and equipment additions
Property And Equipment Additions
Current year acquisitions of long-lived, physical assets used in the normal conduct of business and not intended for resale. Examples include land, buildings, and production equipment; or the cash outflow associated with the acquisition of long-lived, physical assets that are used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale; includes cash outflows to pay for construction of self-constructed assets.
Proceeds received on asset sales
Proceeds from Sale of Productive Assets
Payments to Acquire Restricted Investments
Payments to Acquire Restricted Investments
Proceeds from (Repayments of) Related Party Debt
Proceeds from (Repayments of) Related Party Debt
Other, net
Payments for (Proceeds from) Other Investing Activities
Net cash used in investing activities exclusive of vehicle programs
Net Cash Used In Investing Activities Exclusive Of Vehicle Programs
The net cash inflow (outflow) from investing activity exclusive of vehicle programs .
Decrease (increase) in program cash
Decrease Increase In Program Cash
The net cash inflow (outflow) for the net change associated with funds used for vehicle programs and are associated with underlying transactions that are classified as investing activities.
Investment in vehicles
Investment In Vehicles
The cash outflow for acquisition of vehicles used in revenue generation activities.
Proceeds received on disposition of vehicles
Proceeds Received On Disposition Of Vehicles
The cash inflow from the sale of vehicles used in revenue generation activities.
Net cash used in investing activities of vehicle programs
Net Cash Used In Investing Activities Of Vehicle Programs
The net cash inflow (outflow) from investing activities of vehicle programs.
Net cash used in investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities
Proceeds from long-term borrowings
Proceeds From Long Term Borrowings
The cash inflow from a borrowing having initial term of repayment of more than one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer; and/or the cash inflow from a debt initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the operating cycle, if longer.
Principal payments on borrowings
Principal Payments On Long Term Borrowings
The cash outflow for a borrowing having initial term of repayment of more than one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer; and/or the cash outflow for debt initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer.
Net change in short-term borrowings
Net Change In Short Term Borrowings
The net cash inflow (outflow) for borrowing related to vehicle programs, having initial term of repayment within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer.
Purchase of warrants
Payments for Repurchase of Warrants
Proceeds from sale of call options
Proceeds from Hedge, Financing Activities
Repurchases of common stock
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock
Net intercompany transactions
Net Intercompany Transactions
Net intercompany transactions
Debt financing fees
Payments of Financing Costs
Other, net
Proceeds from (Payments for) Other Financing Activities
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities exclusive of vehicle programs
Net Cash Provided By Used In Financing Activities Exclusive Of Vehicle Programs
Net Cash Used In Financing Activities Exclusive Of Vehicle Programs
Proceeds from borrowings
Proceeds From Borrowings From Financing Activities Within Vehicle Programs
The net cash inflow (outflow) in aggregate debt due to repayments and proceeds from additional borrowings related to vehicle programs
Principal payments on borrowings
Principal Payments On Borrowings From Financing Activities Within Vehicle Programs
The net cash outflow on repayment of principal on borrowings used for vehicle programs
Debt financing fees
Vehicle Programs Payments Of Financing Costs
The cash outflow paid to third parties in connection with debt origination for vehicle programs, which will be amortized over the remaining maturity period of the associated long-term debt.
Net cash provided by financing activities of vehicle programs
Net Cash Provided By Used In Financing Activities Of Vehicle Programs
Net Cash Provided By Used In Financing Activities Of Vehicle Programs
Net cash provided by financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities
Effect of changes in exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents
Effect of Exchange Rate on Cash and Cash Equivalents
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period
Long-term Debt and Borrowing Arrangements
Long-term Debt [Text Block]
Vehicle Repurchase And Guaranteed Depreciation Programs [Axis]
Vehicle Repurchase And Guaranteed Depreciation Programs [Axis]
Vehicle Repurchase And Guaranteed Depreciation Programs [Axis]
Vehicle Repurchase And Guaranteed Depreciation Programs [Domain]
Vehicle Repurchase And Guaranteed Depreciation Programs [Domain]
Vehicle Repurchase And Guaranteed Depreciation Programs [Domain]
Vehicle backed debt [Member]
Vehicle Programs [Member]
Vehicle Programs [Member]
Within 1 year
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Next Twelve Months
Between 1 and 2 years
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Two
Between 2 and 3 years
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Three
Between 3 and 4 years
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Four
Between 4 and 5 years
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Five
Thereafter
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal after Year Five
Vehicle Program Debt Amount Outstanding
Vehicle Program Debt Amount Outstanding
Amount borrowed under the vehicle program as of the balance sheet date.
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule Of Commitments And Contingencies [Table]
Schedule Of Commitments And Contingencies [Table]
Schedule Of Commitments And Contingencies [Table]
Realogy [Member]
Realogy Corporation [Member]
Realogy Corporation [Member]
Wyndham [Member]
Wyndham Worldwide Corporation [Member]
Wyndham Worldwide Corporation [Member]
Realogy, Wyndham And Travelport [Member]
Realogy Wyndham And Travelport [Member]
Realogy, Wyndham And Travelport [Member]
Guarantor Obligations, Nature [Axis]
Guarantor Obligations, Nature [Axis]
Guarantor Obligations, Nature [Domain]
Guarantor Obligations, Nature [Domain]
Real Estate Leases [Member]
Property Lease Guarantee [Member]
Schedule Of Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Percentage of assumption of contingent and other corporate liabilities
Percentage Of Assumption Of Contingent And Other Corporate Liabilities
Percentage of assumption of contingent and other corporate liabilities.
Percentage of payment on defaulting party's obligation on assumed liabilities
Percentage Of Payment On Defaulting Partys Obligation On Assumed Liabilities
Percentage of payment on defaulting party's obligation on assumed liabilities.
Purchase obligation over the next twelve months
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation Due in Next Twelve Months
Aggregate purchase obligations
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation
Maximum potential amount of future payments under guarantees
Guarantor Obligations, Maximum Exposure, Undiscounted
Liability recorded in connection with guarantees
Guarantor Obligations, Current Carrying Value
Intercompany receivables (payables)
Intercompany Receivables Payables
Intercompany receivables (payables) from (to) subsidiaries.
Investment in subsidiaries
Equity Method Investments
Total Assets under vehicle programs
Due to Related Parties, Noncurrent
Due to Related Parties, Noncurrent
Due to Avis Budget Rental Car Funding (AESOP) LLC-related party
Total stockholders' equity
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Segment Reporting Information [Table]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Business Segments [Axis]
Segments [Axis]
Segment [Domain]
Segments [Domain]
North America
North America [Member]
International
International [Member]
International [Member]
Truck Rental [Member]
Truck Rental [Member]
Revenue by the Truck Rental segment
Corporate and Other [Member]
Corporate and Other [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment Reporting, Change in Measurement Method
Segment Reporting, Change in Measurement Method
A description of the nature of any changes from prior periods in the measurement methods used to determine reportable segment profit or loss and the effect, if any, of those changes on the measure of segment profit or loss.
Sales Revenue, Services, Net
Sales Revenue, Services, Net
Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted Earnings Before Income Depreciation And Amortization
Adjusted earnings before income taxes, non-vehicle depreciation and amortization, transaction-related costs, impairment charge and non-vehicle interest.
Non Vehicle Related Depreciation And Amortization
Non Vehicle Related Depreciation And Amortization
The expense recognized in the current period that allocates the cost of non-revenue generating tangible assets over their useful lives.
Interest expense
Interest Expense
Early extinguishment of debt
Early Debt Extinguishment
Early Debt Extinguishment
Transaction-related costs
Transaction-related Costs
Costs incurred and charged to expense, associated with acquisition of businesses.
Restructuring expense
Restructuring Charges
Assets under vehicle programs
Non current deferred tax assets
Loss before income taxes
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Equity Method Investments, Income Taxes, Extraordinary Items, Noncontrolling Interest
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities:
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Vehicle depreciation
Vehicle Depreciation
The amount of expense recognized in the current period that reflects the allocation of the cost of tangible assets over the assets' useful lives. Includes vehicle related depreciation.
Gain on sale of vehicles, net
Gain Loss On Sale Of Vehicles
Gain on sales of vehicles, net including the cost of the vehicle disposition, for vehicles used in rental activities.
Non-vehicle related depreciation and amortization
Amortization of debt financing fees
Amortization of Financing Costs
Net change in assets and liabilities, excluding the impact of acquisitions and dispositions:
Net Change In Assets And Liabilities Excluding Impact Of Acquisitions And Dispositions [Abstract]
Net change in assets and liabilities, excluding the impact of acquisitions and dispositions.
Receivables
Increase (Decrease) in Receivables
Income taxes and deferred income taxes
Increase Decrease In Income Taxes And Deferred Income Taxes
Increase (Decrease) In Income Taxes And Deferred Income Taxes
Accounts payable and other current liabilities
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Other, net
Increase (Decrease) in Other Operating Assets and Liabilities, Net
Net cash provided by operating activities
Investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities [Abstract]
Net assets acquired (net of cash acquired)
Vehicle programs:
Vehicle Programs Investing Activities [Abstract]
Vehicle Programs Investing Activities [Abstract].
Increase in program cash
Net cash used in investing activities of vehicle programs
Net cash used in investing activities
Financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities [Abstract]
Payments on long-term borrowings
Purchases of warrants
Vehicle programs:
Vehicle Programs Financing Activities [Abstract]
Vehicle Programs Financing Activities [Abstract].
Payments on borrowings
Net cash provided by financing activities of vehicle programs
Net cash provided by financing activities
Parent Company [Member]
Subsidiaries Non Guarantor [Member]
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Revenues
Revenues [Abstract]
Vehicle rental
Vehicle Rental
Aggregate revenue during the period for vehicle rental services (before deducting allowances and discounts) which are not otherwise defined in the taxonomy.
Other
Other Revenue
Revenues from the Sales of services and rentals of other products, not elsewhere specified in the taxonomy; net of (reduced by) sales adjustments, returns, allowances, and discounts.
Net revenues
Expenses
Operating Expenses [Abstract]
Operating
Operating Costs and Expenses
Vehicle depreciation and lease charges, net
Selling, general and administrative
Selling, General and Administrative Expense
Vehicle interest, net
Vehicle Interest Net
The cost of borrowed funds on vehicle debt accounted for as interest that was charged against earnings during the period.
Intercompany Interest Expense Income
Intercompany Interest Expense Income
The intercompany interest expense (income) recorded in order to properly reflect consolidated income.
Early extinguishment of debt
Total expenses
Costs and Expenses
Interest expense related to corporate debt, net:
Interest and Debt Expense [Abstract]
Income (loss) before income taxes
Provision for (benefit from) income taxes
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Equity in earnings (loss) of subsidiaries
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments
Comprehensive income (loss)
Restructuring Charges
Summary Of Changes To Restructuring-Related Liabilities
Schedule of Restructuring Reserve by Type of Cost [Table Text Block]
Range [Axis]
Range [Axis]
Range [Domain]
Range [Domain]
Minimum [Member]
Minimum [Member]
Maximum [Member]
Maximum [Member]
Bank Overdraft [Member]
Bank Overdraft [Member]
Bank Overdraft [Member]
Uncommitted Credit Facility [Member]
Uncommitted Credit Facility [Member]
Uncommitted Credit Facility [Member]
Basis spread over variable rate
Credit facilities bearing interest
Line of Credit Facility, Interest Rate During Period
Amounts drawn under uncommitted credit facilities
Short-term Bank Loans and Notes Payable
Subsequent Event [Table]
Subsequent Event [Table]
Avis Budget Rental Car Funding [Member]
Avis Budget Rental Car Funding [Member]
Avis Budget Rental Car Funding [Member]
Debt Due For Rental Car Funding [Member]
Debt Due For Rental Car Funding [Member]
Debt Due For Rental Car Funding [Member].
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event [Member]
Subsequent Event [Member]
Secured Debt [Member]
Secured Debt [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount
Proceeds from issue of senior notes
Debt Instrument, Face Amount
Debt Instrument, Repurchased Face Amount
Debt Instrument, Repurchased Face Amount
Long-term Debt, Weighted Average Interest Rate
Long-term Debt, Weighted Average Interest Rate
Debt Instrument, Maturity Date, Description
Computation Of Basic And Diluted Earnings Per Share
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block]
Designated As Hedging Instruments [Member]
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative Instrument Risk [Axis]
Derivative Contract Type [Domain]
Interest Rate Contracts [Member]
Interest Rate Contract [Member]
Derivative, Notional Amount
Interest rate swaps
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Effective Portion, Net
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments
Long Term Debt Excluding Convertible Debt
Long Term Debt Excluding Convertible Debt
Fair value information on non-current portion of long-term debt, excluding convertible debt.
Convertible debt
Convertible Debt, Fair Value Disclosures
Debt Due To Avis Budget Rental Car Funding Aesop Llc Related Party
Debt Due To Avis Budget Rental Car Funding Aesop Llc Related Party
Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of obligations due to Avis Budget Rental Car Funding (AESOP) LLC- a related party, for rental vehicles.
Vehicle-backed debt
Vehicle Backed Debt
Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of debt related to rental vehicles due to third party lenders.
Debt Under Vehicle Programs Interest Rate Swaps And Interest Rate Contracts
Debt Under Vehicle Programs Interest Rate Swaps And Interest Rate Contracts
Debt under vehicle programs, interest rate swaps and interest rate contracts.
Stockholders' Equity
Stockholders' Equity Note Disclosure [Text Block]
Floating Rate Notes [Member]
Floating Rate Notes [Member]
Information on floating rate notes.
8 1/4% Notes [Member]
Loans Payable [Member]
Loans Payable [Member]
9 3/4% Notes [Member]
Other Long-term Debt
Long-term Debt
Summary Of Segments Information
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block]
Net income (loss) for basic EPS
Convertible note interest, net of tax
Interest on Convertible Debt, Net of Tax
Net income (loss) for diluted EPS
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders, Diluted
Basic weighted average shares outstanding
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic
Options, warrants and non-vested stock
Weighted Average Number Diluted Shares Outstanding Adjustment
Convertible debt
Incremental Common Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect of Conversion of Debt Securities
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted
Basic (US$ per share)
Earnings Per Share, Basic
Diluted (US$ per share)
Earnings Per Share, Diluted
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method [Table]
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method [Table]
Antidilutive Securities [Axis]
Antidilutive Securities [Axis]
Antidilutive Securities, Name [Domain]
Antidilutive Securities, Name [Domain]
Options [Member]
Employee Stock Option [Member]
Warrants [Member]
Warrant [Member]
Convertible Debt Securities [Member]
Convertible Debt Securities [Member]
Earnings Per Share, Basic, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method [Line Items]
Earnings Per Share, Basic, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method [Line Items]
Anti-dilutive shares
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount
Finite And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Table]
Finite And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Table]
Finite And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Table]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Axis]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Goodwill [Member]
Goodwill [Member]
Trademarks [Member]
Trademarks [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
License Agreements [Member]
Licensing Agreements [Member]
Customer Relationships [Member]
Customer Relationships [Member]
Other Intangible Assets [Member]
Other Intangible Assets [Member]
Finite And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Finite And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Finite And Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Amortized Intangible Assets, Gross Carrying Amount
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Gross
Amortized Intangible Assets, Accumulated Amortization
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Accumulated Amortization
Amortized Intangible Assets, Net Carrying Amount
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net
Unamortized Intangible Assets, Goodwill, Gross Carrying Amount
Unamortized Intangible Assets, Trademarks, Gross Carrying Amount
Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Currency Translation Adjustments, Balance
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges, Balance
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cumulative Changes in Net Gain (Loss) from Cash Flow Hedges, Effect Net of Tax
Net Unrealized Gains on Available- For-Sale Securities, Balance
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Available-for-sale Securities Adjustment, Net of Tax
Currency Translation Adjustments, Balance
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net of Tax
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Balance
Currency Translation Adjustments, Current period change
Net unrealized gains on available-for-sale securities, net of tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Current period change
Currency Translation Adjustments, Balance
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges, Balance
Net Unrealized Gains on Available- For-Sale Securities, Balance
Currency Translation Adjustments, Balance
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Balance
Derivatives used in Net Investment Hedge, Net of Tax
Derivatives used in Net Investment Hedge, Net of Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, before Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, before Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Net of Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Net of Tax
European Rental Fleet Securitization [Member]
European Rental Fleet Securitization [Member]
European Rental Fleet Securitization [Member]
Total Capacity
Vehicle Program Debt Total Capacity
Maximum borrowing capacity under the vehicle program without consideration of any current restrictions on the amount that could be borrowed or the amounts currently outstanding under the program.
Outstanding Borrowings
Available Capacity
Vehicle Program Debt Available Capacity
Amount of borrowing capacity currently available under the vehicle program (current borrowing capacity less the amount of borrowings outstanding).
Leasing vehicles and related assets, pledged as collateralized debt
Leasing Vehicles And Related Assets Pledged As Collateralized Debt
Leasing Vehicles And Related Assets, Pledged As Collateralized Debt
Schedule of Restructuring and Related Costs [Table]
Schedule of Restructuring and Related Costs [Table]
Personnel Related
Personnel Related [Member]
Personnel Related [Member]
Facility Related
Facility Related [Member]
Facility Related [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]
June 30, 2014
Restructuring Reserve
Cash payment/utilization
Payments for Restructuring
Balance as of June 30, 2014
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Components Of Other Comprehensive Income
Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Document Documentand Entity Information [Abstract]
Document Documentand Entity Information [Abstract]
Document Type
Document Type
Amendment Flag
Amendment Flag
Document Period End Date
Document Period End Date
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Trading Symbol
Trading Symbol
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Central Index Key
Entity Central Index Key
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Entity Filer Category
Entity Filer Category
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping, Disclosure Item Amounts [Axis]
Measurement Basis [Axis]
Fair Value, Disclosure Item Amounts [Domain]
Fair Value Measurement [Domain]
Portion at Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Portion at Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Carrying (Reported) Amount, Fair Value Disclosure [Member]
Reported Value Measurement [Member]
Estimate Of Fair Value, Fair Value Disclosure [Member]
Estimate of Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Business Combinations [Abstract]
Schedule of Business Acquisitions by Acquisition, Equity Interest Issued or Issuable [Table]
Schedule of Business Acquisitions by Acquisition, Equity Interest Issued or Issuable [Table]
Equity Method Investee, Name [Axis]
Investment, Name [Axis]
Equity Method Investee, Name [Domain]
Investment, Name [Domain]
Brazil [Member]
Brazil [Member]
Brazil [Member] [Member]
Business Acquisition [Axis]
Business Acquisition [Axis]
Business Acquisition, Acquiree [Domain]
Business Acquisition, Acquiree [Domain]
Edmonton [Member]
Edmonton [Member]
Edmonton [Member]
License Agreement Terms [Member]
License Agreement Terms [Member]
Portugal [Member]
Portugal [Member]
Portugal [Member] [Member]
Zipcar [Member]
Zipcar [Member]
Zipcar [Member]
Apex [Member]
Apex [Member]
Apex [Member]
Business Acquisition, Equity Interests Issued or Issuable [Line Items]
Business Acquisition, Equity Interests Issued or Issuable [Line Items]
Date of acquisition
Business Acquisition, Effective Date of Acquisition
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration Arrangements, Change in Amount of Contingent Consideration, Liability
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration Arrangements, Change in Amount of Contingent Consideration, Liability
Business Acquisition Purchase Price Allocation Vehicles Net
Business Acquisition Purchase Price Allocation Vehicles Net
Business acquisition, purchase price allocation, vehicles, net.
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Intangible Assets, Other than Goodwill
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Intangible Assets, Other than Goodwill
Other intangibles, useful life, in years
Finite-Lived Intangible Asset, Useful Life
Indefinite-Lived License Agreements
Indefinite-Lived License Agreements
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred, Other
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred, Other
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage
Payments to Acquire Equity Method Investments
Payments to Acquire Equity Method Investments
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration Arrangements, Range of Outcomes, Value, High
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration Arrangements, Range of Outcomes, Value, High
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Liability
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Liability
Intangible Assets
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Text Block]
Debt Under Vehicle Programs and Borrowing Arrangements
Debt Disclosure [Text Block]
Income Statement [Abstract]
Total expenses
Provision for (benefit from) income taxes
Comprehensive income (loss)
Earnings (loss) per share
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Restructuring Type [Axis]
Restructuring Type [Axis]
Type of Restructuring [Domain]
Type of Restructuring [Domain]
Worldwide Restructuring Initiative [Member]
Worldwide Restructuring Initiative [Member]
Worldwide Restructuring Initiative [Member]
Number of employees terminated during the period
Restructuring and Related Cost, Number of Positions Eliminated
Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Cost
Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Cost
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Domain]
Equity Award [Domain]
Time-Based RSUs
Rsu [Member]
Rsu [Member]
Performance-Based and Market-Based RSUs
Performance Shares [Member]
Cash Unit Awards
Cash Settled Restricted Stock Units [Member]
Cash Settled Restricted Stock Units [Member]
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Income Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Income Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation
Number of Options, Balance
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Number
Weighted Average Grant Price, Balance
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Weighted Average Grant Price, Granted at fair market value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Weighted Average Grant Price, Vested/exercised
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Weighted Average Grant Price, Canceled
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Forfeitures, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Weighted Average Grant Price, Balance
Number of RSUs, Balance
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number
Number of RSUs, Granted at fair market value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period
Number of RSUs, Vested/exercised
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period
Number of RSUs, Canceled
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Forfeited in Period
Number of RSUs, Balance
Options outstanding, intrinsic value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Intrinsic Value
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Restricted Stock Award, Gross
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Restricted Stock Award, Gross
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Aggregate Intrinsic Value, Outstanding
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Aggregate Intrinsic Value, Outstanding
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
3 1/2% Convertible Notes [Member]
Derivative, Amount of Hedged Item
Derivative, Amount of Hedged Item
Floating rate
Debt Instrument Floating Rate Floor
Debt Instrument, Floating Rate, Floor
Expected volatility of stock price
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate
Risk-free interest rate
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate
Expected term of awards
Valuation Period Range Maximum In Years
Valuation Period Range Maximum In Years
Dividend yield
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Dividend Rate
Rental vehicles
Rental Vehicles
The cost of vehicles used in rental activities.
Less: Accumulated depreciation
Accumulated Depreciation
Accumulated depreciation recorded through the balance sheet date for vehicles involved in rental activities.
Rental Vehicles Net, Total
Rental Vehicles Net
Rental Vehicles Net
Vehicles held for sale
Vehicles Held For Sale
The recorded value of rental vehicles held for sale, net of accumulated depreciation.
Vehicles, net
Accounts Payable, Other, Current
Accounts Payable, Other, Current
Financial Instruments
Financial Instruments Disclosure [Text Block]
Vehicle Rental Activities
Vehicle Rental Activities [Text Block]
Information related to the Company's vehicle rental activities.
Schedule of Notional Amounts of Outstanding Derivative Positions
Schedule of Notional Amounts of Outstanding Derivative Positions [Table Text Block]
Fair Value Of Derivative Instruments
Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value [Table Text Block]
Revenues
Segment Reporting, Change in Measurement Method - EBITDA
Segment Reporting, Change in Measurement Method - EBITDA
A description of the nature of any changes from prior periods in the measurement methods used to determine reportable segment profit or loss and the effect, if any, of those changes on the measure of segment profit or loss.
Sales And Use Taxes
Sales And Use Taxes
Sales and use taxes due either from customers arising from sales, or as previously overpaid to tax authorities.
Prepaid Expense, Current
Prepaid Expense, Current
Other Assets, Miscellaneous, Current
Other Assets, Miscellaneous, Current
Other Assets, Current
Stockholders Equity [Table]
Stockholders Equity [Table]
Stockholders' Equity [Table]
Stockholders Equity [Line Items]
Stockholders Equity [Line Items]
Stockholders Equity [Line Items]
Stock Repurchased During Period, Shares
Stock Repurchased During Period, Shares
Stock Repurchased During Period, Value
Stock Repurchased During Period, Value
Fair Value, Asset Derivatives
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Amount Not Offset Against Collateral
Fair Value, Liability Derivatives
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Amount Not Offset Against Collateral
Type Of Vesting [Axis]
Type Of Vesting [Axis]
Type Of Vesting [Axis]
Type Of Vesting [Domain]
Type Of Vesting [Domain]
Type Of Vesting [Domain]
Stock-based compensation expense
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense
Stock-based compensation expense (net of tax)
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense, Net of Tax
Employee service share based compensation incremental tax benefit to be realized from exercise of stock awards
Employee Service Share Based Compensation Incremental Tax Benefit To Be Realized From Exercise Of Stock Awards
Employee service share based compensation incremental tax benefit to be realized from exercise of stock awards.
Acquisitions
Business Combination Disclosure [Text Block]
Segment Information
Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block]
Convertible senior notes interest percentage
Commitments and Contingencies
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]
Net unrealized gain or loss on foreign-currency transactions of intercompany loan hedges
Net Unrealized Gain Or Loss Of Foreign Currency Transactions On Intercompany Loan Hedges
Net unrealized gain or loss on foreign-currency transactions of intercompany loan hedges.
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Number
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Weighted average contractual life
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures in Period
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Number of Options
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period, Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period, Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Grant Date Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Grant Date Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Net of Forfeitures
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Net of Forfeitures
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Number
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Number
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term