The I-15 charging network, to include charging depots in Colton, Barstow, and Baker along a 280-mile route, will include modern amenities designed to increase the comfort of drivers and resilience for high uptime, which can help fleets move freight more efficiently. Photo: Greenlane Greenlane recently announced its first commercial EV charging corridor with more than… Continue reading New Corridor of EV Charging Stations Planned for L.A. to Las Vegas
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SIXT Opens New Car Rental Branch at Hawaii Airport
The SIXT team at the new Kona Hawaii International Airport car rental location serving the big island. Photo: SIXT SIXT USA recently opened its newest U.S. car rental branch at Kona International Airport (KOA) on the island of Hawaii. Open in time for spring and summer travel, the new location solidifies SIXT’s presence in the… Continue reading SIXT Opens New Car Rental Branch at Hawaii Airport
March Fleet Vehicle Sales Dip, But Q1 Total Rises
The overall monthly total of 217,446 vehicles sold into the three fleet sectors in March 2024 was down slightly at 3.4% compared to 225,200 vehicles in March 2023. Source: Bobit While rental car fleet sales were flat in March compared to March 2023, their strength compared to declines in the commercial and government fleet sectors… Continue reading March Fleet Vehicle Sales Dip, But Q1 Total Rises
PurCo, Bynx Launch Vehicle Inspection App
The PurInspect app has several features, including documenting a rental vehicle’s condition with time-stamped photos. Photo courtesy of Purco Fleet Services and Bynx PurCo Fleet Services, a loss prevention company, has collaborated with fleet technology developer Bynx to launch PurInspect, a digitized vehicle inspection app. The PurInspect app offers rental companies a tool to document a rental… Continue reading PurCo, Bynx Launch Vehicle Inspection App
Green Motion Expands Locations in Italy
Green Motion Italia has expanded in Italy by adding eight new airport locations. Photo courtesy of Green Motion Green Motion Italia has announced its expansion with the opening of eight more locations, including Alghero Airport, Bergamo Airport, Cagliari Airport, Olbia Airport, Venezia Airport, Catania Airport, Pescara Airport, and Verona Airport. The locations were purchased by local operator Viaggiare… Continue reading Green Motion Expands Locations in Italy
ICRS 2024: Crafting a Customer-Centric Rental Process
This ICRS seminar provides tips to enhance the overall customer experience. It will be held Wednesday, April 17 from 9:30 am to 10:15 am at the Horseshoe Las Vegas. Graphic: Bobit Interested in learning more about enhancing the overall customer experience? Then this International Car Rental Show seminar is for you. Join Expedia and Sofiac… Continue reading ICRS 2024: Crafting a Customer-Centric Rental Process
Report Reveals Most, Least EV-Friendly Places in America
According to 2023 data analyzed by iSeeCars, there is a national average of one EV charger for every 1,848 residents in the U.S. That’s a nearly 19% improvement year-over-year compared to 2022, where there were 2,277 residents per charger. Photo: Canva/Automotive Fleet A recent report reveals an improvement in the number of electric vehicle (EV) chargers… Continue reading Report Reveals Most, Least EV-Friendly Places in America
Go Rentals Opens New FBO Location in South Carolina
Passengers and crew members can now enjoy the convenience of stepping into a rental car immediately after stepping off the plane. Photo: Pexels / Asad Photo Maldives Go Rentals, a car rental company specializing in the private aviation industry, announced on March 14 it has partnered with Beach Aviation Services to introduce planeside rental vehicle… Continue reading Go Rentals Opens New FBO Location in South Carolina
Hertz CEO Stephen Scherr to Step Down March 31
Scherr joined Hertz in February 2022 after spending nearly three decades at Goldman Sachs leading a range of strategic and operational functions. He departed the firm as chief financial officer in December 2021. Photo: Hertz / Graphic: Bobit After only slightly more than two years in his post, Hertz CEO Stephen Scherr will resign March… Continue reading Hertz CEO Stephen Scherr to Step Down March 31
Danish Car Subscription Service Expands in Europe with New Franchisee
Kosmocar is now unveiling Dribe’s concept and digital platform, enabling simple and intuitive management of car subscriptions, while short 30-day binding periods provide subscribers with flexibility and freedom. Photo: Dribe :Dribe, one of Denmark’s leading car subscription services, has entered a franchise agreement with Greek car distributor Kosmocar. The partnership marks the first milestone in… Continue reading Danish Car Subscription Service Expands in Europe with New Franchisee