Modern vehicles generate, store, and transmit large volumes of data about vehicle systems and operations. This data is vital for ensuring optimal performance and safety for both individual vehicle owners and fleet operators. Photo: Martin Romjue / Bobit Business Media The American Vehicle Owners Alliance (AVOA) launched on Feb. 25 to ensure vehicle owners — not just… Continue reading Fleet Trade Groups, Auto Companies Form Coalition to Promote Owners’ Data Rights
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Global Auto Rental Operators Survey Ready for Takers
The results will provide accurate, complete industry benchmarks that RACs around the world can use to assess their business operations and performance. Graphic: Rate Gain It’s time – and you have the time – to take the Auto Rental News 2025 State of Car Rental Survey. Compiled between research and data firm Rate Gain and… Continue reading Global Auto Rental Operators Survey Ready for Takers
Loopit Partners with Avis-Budget Franchisees to Provide Vehicle Subscriptions
Loopit founders Paul Higgins (L) and Michael Higgins have built a platform that helps rental car companies remain competitive by making it viable to meet the demand for vehicle access. Photo: Loopit Loopit, a vehicle subscription and car rental software provider, recently partnered with Aero Corporation — one of the largest North American franchisees of… Continue reading Loopit Partners with Avis-Budget Franchisees to Provide Vehicle Subscriptions
SIXT Adds Corporate Location in Oklahoma
The new company hub in the center of downtown Tulsa will complement the global rental car provider’s North American headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Photo: SIXT SIXT USA will open company offices in the heart of the central business district of downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma next month. The Tulsa location will support the company’s ongoing expansion… Continue reading SIXT Adds Corporate Location in Oklahoma
Auto Industry Faces Unclear Tariff Decisions
Tariffs have been a central topic in 2025, with actions and proposals coming fast and furious from the White House. The actions are closing loopholes and exemptions in earlier steel tariffs, restoring full 25% tariffs on all steel imports, and raising aluminum tariffs to 25% starting March 12 (unless directives change). Both products are central… Continue reading Auto Industry Faces Unclear Tariff Decisions
How To Attract and Keep a Digital Customer Audience
Somal will bring his deep client bench of expertise to his keynote presentation — Building an Authentic Digital Reputation: A Roadmap for Rental Car Franchises to Thrive Online — on Tuesday, April 15 to the International Car Rental Show at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino. Photo: Sameer Somal Creating an online presence that… Continue reading How To Attract and Keep a Digital Customer Audience
Green Motion Adds South Korea to Its Asian Service Region
(L to R): Green Motion South Korea team: Young jin, Semi, Ricky, and Han Seung jae. Photo: Green Motion The South Korean Green Motion franchise was recently acquired by car rental entrepreneur Han Seung-jae, further cementing Green Motion’s presence in the Asia-Pacific region. Green Motion, known for its eco-friendly sustainable rental car fleet, bringing its… Continue reading Green Motion Adds South Korea to Its Asian Service Region
Getaround Sheds U.S. Carsharing Operations
Getaround, together with its financial and legal advisors, closely analyzed all available to find a way for the U.S. business to continue. Photo: Getaround Getaround, a global car-sharing marketplace, announced Feb. 11 that it will end its U.S. business operations, which includes its carshare and HyreCar businesses. Getaround’s European business will continue operating to provide… Continue reading Getaround Sheds U.S. Carsharing Operations
January Vehicle Auction Sales Highest for the Month Since 2020
Commercial vehicle sales finished the month up 12% on a prior year basis, down modestly from Q4 2024’s 14.7% year-over-year average growth rate. Graphic: AuctionNet AuctionNet wholesale auction sales reached 604,761 units in January, up 11% on a prior year basis, according to monthly AuctionNet figures released Feb. 11. January’s result was the highest total… Continue reading January Vehicle Auction Sales Highest for the Month Since 2020
Federal Highway Administration Halts EV Charger Funding, Delaying National Expansion Plans
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) aims to have an updated draft of NEVI Formula Guidance published for public comment in the spring. Photo: Gerd Altmann via Pixabay The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) recently halted funding for state programs to install tens of thousands of new vehicle chargers along highways and at rest stops across the United… Continue reading Federal Highway Administration Halts EV Charger Funding, Delaying National Expansion Plans