The Sixt franchise serving Indianapolis now uses a steering wheel cover as part of its vehicle sanitation process. Photo courtesy of Phil Spink. Tom Wood Automotive Group, which owns the Sixt franchise serving Indianapolis, Ind., has revised its vehicle sanitizing process as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. The sanitizing process is as follows: 1.… Continue reading Sixt Franchisee Shares Sanitizing Process
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China Auto Rental Prepares for Business Slump
CAR has sold some of its assets, including some of its used car fleet, to increase its liquidity during this economic downturn, according to company officials. Photo via Marianna/Flickr. China Auto Rental Inc. (CAR), China’s largest car rental company, has started preparing for “extreme scenarios” to survive the business slump caused by the Coronavirus outbreak, according… Continue reading China Auto Rental Prepares for Business Slump
ACRA Letter to Treasury Secretary Asks for COVID-19 Relief
Car rental companies provide – large and small – such services day-in and day-out to government agencies, other essential businesses, and the public in every community across the country. Screenshot via ACRA. The American Car Rental Association has penned a letter to Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin to advocate for the car rental industry being included… Continue reading ACRA Letter to Treasury Secretary Asks for COVID-19 Relief
Rate Pros to Lower April Rates
Photo via Depositphotos. In an effort to strengthen its partnership with its clients during the coronavirus pandemic, Rate Pros has announced plans to reduce April invoices. “We know that revenue management is now more important than ever, while budgets are more constrained than before, so we want to partner in the pain to help our customers preserve revenue and… Continue reading Rate Pros to Lower April Rates
Foreign, Domestic Automakers Suspend Production at North American Factories
Photo via Wikimedia/Anonyme General Motors, Ford, and Fiat Chrysler will suspend production at North American manufacturing facilities to fight the spread of COVID-19/coronavirus, according to press statements and news reports. Both GM and Ford stated their suspensions will last until at least March 30. GM stated its production status will be reevaluated week-to-week after that.… Continue reading Foreign, Domestic Automakers Suspend Production at North American Factories
Car Rental in Crisis: Prepare for the Rebound
The most painful decisions involve staff, as operators aren’t exactly sure when they’ll be forced to start layoffs. One large franchisee is considering paying employees from his personal savings. Photo courtesy of Brian McGloin/U.S. Air Force. By the time you read this, much of the information enclosed may have changed. Things are that fluid right now.… Continue reading Car Rental in Crisis: Prepare for the Rebound
Uber, Lyft Suspend Shared Ride Service
Photo via Uber. Ride-hailing services Uber and Lyft have suspended their shared ride options amid growing concern about the coronavirus and the need to practice social distancing. According to Tech Crunch, Uber’s suspension of its pool service applies only to the U.S. and Canada. The company is looking at enacting the same measure in other… Continue reading Uber, Lyft Suspend Shared Ride Service
Uber, Lyft Extends Sick Leave During Coronavirus Pandemic
In response to the plea for social distancing, driver groups have also called on the companies to suspend their carpooling features. Photo via Elvert Barnes/Flickr. In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Uber and Lyft have announced new policies that will expand sick leave to drivers. according to The Verge. Now, Uber drivers who test positive for… Continue reading Uber, Lyft Extends Sick Leave During Coronavirus Pandemic
Enterprise Reduces Rental Age for Military, Government Employees
To be eligible, customers need to show a valid military or government ID. Photo via Depositphotos. Enterprise Holdings is reducing its minimum age to rent a vehicle from 21 to 18 years old for all members of U.S. military and government employees renting for personal needs. The change is effective March 15 through the end… Continue reading Enterprise Reduces Rental Age for Military, Government Employees
Brazilian Car Rental Company Raises $85M
With the new funds, Vai.Car plans to own 25,000 vehicles within 18 months. Photo via Phillip Capper/Wikimedia. Brazilian car rental startup Vai.Car has raised approximately $85 million to help increase its vehicle fleet, according to a report by Contxto. The investment round was led by XP Investimentos. With the new funds, Vai.Car plans to own 25,000… Continue reading Brazilian Car Rental Company Raises $85M