The RentalMatics platform can provide rental car drivers with advance notice about severe weather conditions and guide drivers on preventing potential damage expenses. Photo: Rudy Kirchner / Pexels RentalMatics, a global telematics provider to the auto rental industry, has officially renewed its partnership with Europcar Iceland, which will deploy an advanced fleet management tool in… Continue reading RentalMatics, Europcar Iceland Renew Tech Partnership
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Hertz Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over ADA Driver Access to Rental Cars
The lawsuit claims that in recent years Hertz has made its services less accessible to people with disabilities by drastically reducing the models and types of vehicles that may be reserved with hand controls. Photo: Sora Shimazaki / Pexels Nonprofit law firm Disability Rights Advocates filed a class action lawsuit in the Northern District of… Continue reading Hertz Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over ADA Driver Access to Rental Cars
Expert Debate to Dig Deep on EV Challenges
During their debate, Greenfield and Case will cover the challenges of charging network access, high costs and price changes, dealer pushback, cold weather dramas, and whether 2030 is a realistic date for current EV sales and adoption targets. Photos/Graphic: Speakers / Bobit 2023 and 2024 have produced a spate of inconvenient and negative headlines on… Continue reading Expert Debate to Dig Deep on EV Challenges
SIXT Baltics Franchise Uses New Vehicle Inspection Tool
Employees can mark damages to places that may not be apparent at first. The photo-taking process is checked by AI, ensuring all photos are of good quality and taken from the right angles. Photo: DriveX SIXT’s franchise partner in the Baltic nations has adopted DriveX car inspection as a new tool for their employees. Transporent… Continue reading SIXT Baltics Franchise Uses New Vehicle Inspection Tool
Enterprise Mobility Adds Thailand to Growing Asia-Pacific Presence
(L to R): Komsit Sangmanee, COO, Thai Rent a Car; Theerakup Thammaneewong, executive director, Thai Rent a Car; Marco Beltgens, assistant vice president, Enterprise Mobility; and Dona Truong, regional rental manager, Enterprise Mobility. Photo: Enterprise Mobility Three of the world’s top car rental brands are coming to Thailand. Enterprise Mobility announced Feb. 15 an agreement… Continue reading Enterprise Mobility Adds Thailand to Growing Asia-Pacific Presence
New Vehicle Supply Spikes, Affordability Surges
Many domestic makes had the highest inventory. Brands with the lowest supply were Asian imports. Source: Cox Automotive February opened with 80 days of new-vehicle supply across the industry, the highest since June 2020, according to Cox Automotive’s analysis of vAuto Available Inventory data released Feb. 15. At the start of February, the total U.S.… Continue reading New Vehicle Supply Spikes, Affordability Surges
Green Motion Launches Egypt Master Car Rental Franchise
The Green Motion team at their terminal location in the Cairo International Airport in Egypt. Photo: Green Motion International car rental brand Green Motion expands further onto the African continent with its Feb. 13 announcement of a new franchise operation in Egypt. Acquired by car rental entrepreneur Mahmoud Magdy Elmasarawy, who formerly owned and operated… Continue reading Green Motion Launches Egypt Master Car Rental Franchise
EVs Bring More Problems Than Other Vehicle Types
One sore spot for EV owners is the frequency of tire changes due to the heavier weight of the electric batteries. Photo: Artem Podrez / Pexels The tradeoff with more expensive long-to-charge EVs has always been that they cost less for maintenance and don’t require as much repair as traditional gasoline vehicles. Once taken for… Continue reading EVs Bring More Problems Than Other Vehicle Types
In Memoriam: James Cassan, Dollar Franchise Pioneer
James Cassan, Dec. 31, 1939 — Dec. 13, 2023 Photo: Cassan Family James Cassan, owner of CMC Investments Inc., a Dollar Rent A Car licensee with locations in Seattle and Portland, died on Dec. 13. He was 18 days shy of his 84th birthday. Cassan was born Dec. 31, 1939, in Portales, N.M., to Dora (Wichman)… Continue reading In Memoriam: James Cassan, Dollar Franchise Pioneer
ICRS 2024: How to Build Successful Next-Gen Leaders
By using firsthand experiences, this diverse panel will discuss how attendees can support their team members to overcome self-limiting beliefs, create trust, and build teamwork. Graphic: Bobit How can you develop the leadership ability of your car rental team? Overcoming adversity and fostering personal growth are key themes to help build your company’s leadership potential.… Continue reading ICRS 2024: How to Build Successful Next-Gen Leaders