Image Courtesy of IdViewer LLC The car rental industry loses millions of dollars every year due to identity fraud, which usually consists in scammers using false, forged or stolen identity documents and impersonating other individuals. People who have had their documents stolen and used in fraudulent schemes can be wrongfully prosecuted and arrested, and this… Continue reading How Forensic Id Readers Can Help Prevent Fraud in Car Rentals
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Accelerating your Fleet’s Success: Unlocking the Power & Benefits of EVs
Accelerating your Fleet’s Success: Unlocking the Power & Benefits of EVs – Webinar – Auto Rental News June 27, 2023 | 11:00 PST | 1 Hr Join a discussion between financial tech company Spring Free EV and Texas-based fleet operator Rideshare Carz and learn how to leverage the advantages of EVs to accelerate your business. … Continue reading Accelerating your Fleet’s Success: Unlocking the Power & Benefits of EVs
Green Motion Expands Again in Europe
Mykolas Sabaitis, an experienced car rental entrepreneur, has acquired the master franchise. Green Motion Green Motion continues its European expansion at Tallinn International Airport. Mykolas Sabaitis, a car rental entrepreneur with ten years’ experience in the Green Motion brand and successful markets in Lithuania and Latvia, has acquired the master franchise. Sabaitis appointed Joosep Allikas as… Continue reading Green Motion Expands Again in Europe
Ford-Uber Partner on EV Lease Option for Rideshare Drivers
Rideshare drivers can select a Mustang Mach-E for one- to four-month increments, depending on location. Ford Ford Next has collaborated with Uber to deliver a new lease option for rideshare drivers going electric. Called Ford Drive, the pilot program offers flexible access to Ford Mustang Mach-E models and has launched in San Diego, San Francisco, and… Continue reading Ford-Uber Partner on EV Lease Option for Rideshare Drivers
York Car Rental Signs Master Franchise Agreement in Turkey
The Master Franchise Agreement will open 15 car rental offices in Turkey. York Car Rental York Car Rental and DCL Oto Kiralama have entered a Master Franchise Agreement that will open 15 car rental offices in Turkey. The Master Franchise agreement brings together convenient on-site and local modern car rental offices in Turkey. Under the agreement,… Continue reading York Car Rental Signs Master Franchise Agreement in Turkey
Lose the Card: Vehicle as Fleet Payment Device
Car IQ has created a payment network that eliminates the need for fleet drivers to use a physical card at gas stations and other merchants. The unique data stream of each vehicle allows the vehicle itself to transact securely. Photo: Canva For the last five years, Sterling Pratz has been asking big questions: Why do… Continue reading Lose the Card: Vehicle as Fleet Payment Device
Many Recalled Vehicles Remain on Street
Ten states have more than 70,000 vehicles slapped with either the “Do Not Drive,” or the “Park Outside,” recall notice driving on their roads Photo: Carfax More than 2.5 million vehicles that have been tagged with “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside” safety recalls remain unrepaired as of May 1, data revealed by Carfax on May… Continue reading Many Recalled Vehicles Remain on Street
Green Motion Adds Location at Denver Int’l
Pictured left to right: The Green Motion Denver team – McKenzie Perez, Irving Perez, and Katia Quezada. Green Motion International car rental brand Green Motion continues its rapid U.S. expansion with the signing of its latest location at Denver International Airport in Colorado. Car rental entrepreneurs Irving Perez and Richard Arvizu acquired the Green Motion… Continue reading Green Motion Adds Location at Denver Int’l
Getaround Expands Executive Leadership Team
Getaround has named Eduardo Iniguez, senior vice president of Finance & Strategy, and AJ Lee, vice president of Gig Marketplace. Iniguez and Lee both join Getaround following the Company’s acquisition of HyreCar’s assets, a U.S. gig carsharing marketplace. Through this acquisition, Getaround expects to accelerate its path to profitability, while unlocking additional earning potential for hosts… Continue reading Getaround Expands Executive Leadership Team
AI Use in Car Rental Agencies: Top Security Concerns
Federal laws and regulations are needed to prevent cyber attacks. Pixabay As artificial intelligence (AI) advances and becomes more prevalent among rental car companies, it is likely the industry will see more cases involving its abuse or misuse. There have already been some notable cases where AI was involved in computer crimes. In 2019, the US… Continue reading AI Use in Car Rental Agencies: Top Security Concerns