Green Motion Starts Operations in Qatar

Rental car operator Ahmed Abdelhamid and the Green Motion Qatar team. Photo: Green Motion International Green Motion International will debut its brand in Qatar with two key locations supporting Doha International Airport and Doha Downtown. The global rental car provider for business and leisure travelers focuses on eco-friendly and sustainable approaches to its operations. Doha, the… Continue reading Green Motion Starts Operations in Qatar

Why Rental Car Fleets Will Be the Real Test of EV Success

Electric vehicles won’t pollute the stunning environs of the Rocky Mountains, but car renters won’t drive them until it’s a simple and relaxing experience. Photo: Martin Romjue / Bobit Business Media I behaved like a typical rental car customer at a major auto rental company outlet near the Denver International Airport last May. My wife… Continue reading Why Rental Car Fleets Will Be the Real Test of EV Success

U-Save Opens Rental Car Outlet in Hungary

(L to R): Ádám Schmidt, Zoltán Petrányi, and Gábor Dévai of Green Motion International and U-Save Car Rental of Hungary.  Photo: U-Save The Petrányi Group and Green Motion Hungary Zrt. will introduce the U-Save Car and Truck Rental brand to the Hungarian market in March when it opens a rental car outlet at Budapest’s Ferenc… Continue reading U-Save Opens Rental Car Outlet in Hungary

Fleet Trade Groups, Auto Companies Form Coalition to Promote Owners’ Data Rights

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

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