AUSTIN, Texas– Austin-based companies Silvercar, Inc. and Austin FC, the 27th club in Major League Soccer (MLS), today announced a formal partnership in advance of the Club’s inaugural season in 2021. Silvercar becomes an Official Partner of Austin FC and will provide Austin’s first and only professional sports team with use of Silvercar by Audi premium vehicles beginning in 2020.
In addition to Silvercar by Audi providing vehicles for various Austin FC vehicle needs, the collaboration between both Austin-based brands will ultimately produce enhanced mobility access and custom experiences for Austin FC Season Members.
"Silvercar is excited to partner with Austin FC as they prepare for their inaugural MLS season,” said Matt Carpenter, Chief Executive Officer, Silvercar, Inc. “We look forward to growing with our new neighbors and providing the Austin FC fanbase with remarkable experiences while in Austin or when they are on the road with the team."
“We are grateful to welcome Silvercar to the Austin FC family and we are pleased to have another innovative, Austin-born brand align with our growing Club,” said Andy Loughnane, President of Austin FC. “Silvercar is a tech-forward company that can meet the needs of our Club and our supporters and this partnership represents a natural fit for both Austin FC and Silvercar."
Silvercar by Audi is a mobility solutions premium car rental service that provides customers with well-equipped Audi A4, Audi A5 Cabriolet, Audi Q5 and Audi Q7 SUVs and a seamless user experience. The app-based service is designed to deliver a convenient alternative for modern travelers who are seeking style and performance, while eliminating the hassle of renting cars. Headquartered in Austin, with 26 locations nationwide including at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), Silvercar continues to grow and expand in new and existing markets. The entire Silvercar by Audi fleet is fully equipped with premium Thule ski racks, Wi-Fi, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Peg Perego car seats, pet carriers and SiriusXM satellite radio, all at no additional cost.
