Session topics this year span vehicle acquisition, customer service, chargebacks, claims, revenue management, remarketing, p2p rentals, succession planning, employee retention, legal updates, and much more. Photo: Canva It’s ready; check out the just-announced agenda for this year’s International Car Rental Show, convening April 16-18 once again at the Paris Las Vegas. As the premier event… Continue reading ICRS 2023 Agenda Announced
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Finalrentals Launches in Lithuania
Lithuania is the 23rd nation to be added to Finalrentals’ global network. Photo: Finalrentals Finalrentals announced its latest company expansion into the country of Lithuania. The partnership has been secured by entrepreneur, Vitalijus Ivanovas. “We met with the senior management of Finalrentals in the Lithuanian capital, said Ivanovas in a statement. “Finalrentals detailed their plans for assisting us in developing… Continue reading Finalrentals Launches in Lithuania
Increased Rental Demand Drives Longer Holiday Season
Travelers will be hiring more cars in quieter months like September and October, when rates are more attractive. Photo: Cartrawler Despite fears of recession and inflation, the car rental sector looks set for a busy 2023, as 89% of people who rented a car in the last 12 months say they’ll do so again next year… Continue reading Increased Rental Demand Drives Longer Holiday Season
U-Save Network Team Meets in Atlanta
U-Save Americas management team headed up by chief Americas officer Brenda Azua came together for the first time since the pandemic hit. Photo: U-Save/Canva Atlanta was this year’s meeting spot for the first network meeting for U-Save franchisees. The group’s Americas management team, headed up by Brenda Azua, chief Americas officer, brought together the U-Save network from neighborhood and local locations… Continue reading U-Save Network Team Meets in Atlanta
Honolulu Airport’s Rental Facility Lacks EV Infrastructure
A new bill would require all new state buildings to be designed with electric vehicles in mind. It could also apply to facilities like airport rental car structures. Photo: Canva At Honolulu Airport’s rental car facility, the state’s Transportation Department didn’t include any charging stations for electric rental vehicles or charger-ready parking stalls in the… Continue reading Honolulu Airport’s Rental Facility Lacks EV Infrastructure
Carwiz Expands to Hungary
Carwiz offers franchise and affiliate partnerships, and has opened over 20 locations in the EU over the past two years. Photo: Carwiz Carwiz International announced that it has added Hungary to its list of car rental locations. The operator is partnering with Fábián Automotive, a company founded in 1991, known for its Peugeot, Citroën, Opel, Isuzu, and… Continue reading Carwiz Expands to Hungary
Finalrentals Launches in Costa Rica
The Finalrentals Costa Rica location will be led by seasoned entrepreneur and woman in business María José Zúniga R. Photo: Finalrentals Finalrentals announced expansion into Costa Rica, with a partnership secured by seasoned entrepreneur and woman in business María José Zúniga R. “The senior management of Finalrentals met with us in London in November, said Zúniga R in… Continue reading Finalrentals Launches in Costa Rica
BP to Invest in Charging for Hertz EV Rentals
The companies announce their intention to bring fast-charging to a dozen U.S. cities as Hertz aims to make one-quarter of its fleet electric by end of 2024. Photo: BP BP announced plans to invest $1 billion by 2030 into electric vehicle (EV) charge points across the U.S., including an intention to bring fast charging infrastructure to Hertz locations in… Continue reading BP to Invest in Charging for Hertz EV Rentals
Zezgo Rent A Car Opens in Puerto Rico
Javier Vazquez’s team will be taking on the brand’s location in Puerto Rico. Photos: Zezgo/Canva Zezgo Rent A Car announces its operation on the island of Puerto Rico with initial opening at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport. The company will service both business travelers and tourists with a range of nearly new vehicles, according to its… Continue reading Zezgo Rent A Car Opens in Puerto Rico
Electric Vehicles — Where are the Profit Margins?
Ford has been achieving EV sales growth at twice the rate of the EV segment. That will change as General Motors begins its EV push, with nine EV models expected on the market by the end of 2023. Photos: Chris Brown/Canva The electric vehicle rollercoaster has, over the past year, seen record-setting sales, price hikes,… Continue reading Electric Vehicles — Where are the Profit Margins?