Keppy has also served in a variety of senior roles within UTC Aerospace Systems, Hamilton Sundstrand, Shawmut Corporation, Ford, and the U.S. Army. Photo: Hertz/Canva Hertz Global Holdings, Inc., announced on October 24 that Justin Keppy will join the company as COO, effective November 15. In this role, Keppy will be responsible for running the… Continue reading Hertz Names Justin Keppy as Chief Operating Officer
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The ROI of Telematics for Rental Car Operations
Telematics data such as odometer readings, vehicle locations, and accurate fuel levels are essential for fleet operators to optimize their operations and increase profits. Photo: Lightning eMotors Large, multi-national rental car agencies have recognized the value of a connected fleet for several years. The same cost-saving and revenue-generating use cases can work for all rental… Continue reading The ROI of Telematics for Rental Car Operations
Carwiz Expands Operations into Australia
Everything Fleet has more than 30 years of experience providing specialized vehicle solutions across Australia for a variety of private and public industries. Photo: Carwiz Carwiz International, a worldwide car rental franchise, recently partnered with Everything Fleet, an Australian fleet management company, to act as its master franchisee for Australia. Everything Fleet includes vehicle subscription,… Continue reading Carwiz Expands Operations into Australia
Wholesale Used Vehicle Prices, Consumer Confidence Dip
Prices of compact cars, luxury cars, midsize cars, and vans all declined more than the industry, at 9.3%, 6.3%, 5.9%, and 4.5%, respectively. The major segments all saw negative price performance compared to September with varying results. Graphic: Cox Automotive Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix-, mileage-, and seasonally adjusted basis) decreased 1.6% from September… Continue reading Wholesale Used Vehicle Prices, Consumer Confidence Dip
Rental Car and Travel Apps, Websites Could Improve User Experience, J.D. Power Finds
National ranks highest in overall customer satisfaction among rental car apps with a score of 738. Alamo (720) ranks second while Enterprise (687) ranks third. Graphic: J.D. Power Travel industry apps and websites lag their counterparts in other industries where J.D. Power measures the digital user experience, according to the J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Travel App Satisfaction Study and… Continue reading Rental Car and Travel Apps, Websites Could Improve User Experience, J.D. Power Finds
Flexter, Sofiac Travel Partner on Truck Rental Platform
Truck rental businesses of all sizes can expand their reach to a broader audience of potential customers while increasing their bookings, usage, and revenue. Graphic: Flexter Booking engine Flexter.com recently partnered with rental software provider Sofiac Travel to give rental businesses a new venue to market their trucks. The Flexter platform will streamline supplier onboarding… Continue reading Flexter, Sofiac Travel Partner on Truck Rental Platform
U-Save Car Rental Opens Outlet in Emilia-Romagna Region of Italy
U-Save franchise owner Pierre Bertoli with U-Save’s first customer, Eleonara Sala, at the Forli Airport operation. Photo: U-Save U-Save Car & Truck Rental recently opened its in-terminal operation at Forli Airport which is in the Emilia-Romagna region in northern Italy. The U-Save master franchise for Italy was acquired by Gruppo Morini earlier this year, which… Continue reading U-Save Car Rental Opens Outlet in Emilia-Romagna Region of Italy
Enterprise Holdings Records Best Year on Record
Enterprise Holdings was one of 57 organizations worldwide to earn the 2023 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) — an accolade that spotlights the most engaged workplace cultures in the world. Photo: Enterprise Holdings Enterprise Holdings released the latest results Oct. 11 of its multiple transportation brands and services, indicating a leap in international growth during… Continue reading Enterprise Holdings Records Best Year on Record
Rental Car Satisfaction Grows Amid More Stable Price and Supply
The 2023 North America Rental Car Satisfaction Study is based on responses gathered from 8,632 business and leisure travelers who rented a vehicle at an airport location during the past year. The study was fielded from August 2022 through August 2023. Graphic: J.D. Power North American airport-based rental car companies are seeing some of the… Continue reading Rental Car Satisfaction Grows Amid More Stable Price and Supply
Modernizing and Monetizing Rental Operations
Rental-based businesses are in the middle of a digital transformation. In an industry that operates in a high-demand environment and requires ruthless operational efficiency with little to no margin for error, using the right technology to manage operations is critical. Fleet automation can help solve common challenges that impact the overall business while providing a… Continue reading Modernizing and Monetizing Rental Operations