I am currently researching WHY Avis and Budget price discriminate between customers from different countries when renting here in the U.S, whereas, Hertz does not (i.e., same price for everyone).

An earlier thread indicated that the price differences may relate to risk. However, we know, for instance, that U.S. customers pay more than those from Brazil and France, etc. - for the same rental. So it does not appear to be a risk related factor, otherwise, we would expect to see the price increase to foreigners instead.

Does anybody have any industry insight into the pricing discrimination practices of these two companies? Thanks!!!