The dealer rental services are available at 38 Audi dealerships, with more to come through the end of 2022. Photo: Audi of America Audi of America has announced the rebrand of its Silvercar by Audi rental business to Audi on demand. With a new name and long-term rental options, the mobility offering allows Audi vehicles to be… Continue reading Silvercar by Audi Becomes Audi on demand
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Hertz, Ravin AI Partner on AI Vehicle Inspection Pilot
Ravin’s AI vehicle inspection technology produces a condition report that can be generated in seconds. Photo: Pexels.com Ravin AI, a provider of automated artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for vehicle inspections across the fleet, rental, used car, and insurance industries, announced in a statement that its AI technology is being piloted by Hertz in Sweden and Norway in an effort… Continue reading Hertz, Ravin AI Partner on AI Vehicle Inspection Pilot
EvoCharge Releases 40-Amp Level 2 EV Charging Stations
The 40-amp chargers accommodate vehicles with bigger batteries, which is important as auto manufacturers introduce EVs with longer ranges enabled by larger batteries. Photo: EvoCharge EvoCharge, a provider of electric vehicle supply equipment and cable management, said Nov. 14 it has launched its line of 40A charging stations for residential home and commercial charing. Among… Continue reading EvoCharge Releases 40-Amp Level 2 EV Charging Stations
High Voltage Power Grid Vital for Future EV Charging Demand
The Electric Highways Study provides a blueprint for the strategic buildout of fast-charging sites along highway corridors to meet an upcoming surge in demand from the electrification of passenger vehicles and commercial trucks. Photo: National Grid Electric vehicle (EV) charging needs along Massachusetts and New York highways will require interconnection to high-capacity transmission lines in… Continue reading High Voltage Power Grid Vital for Future EV Charging Demand
Sixt Reports Highest Quarter Revenue Earnings
For the financial year 2022, SIXT continues to expect a consolidated revenue between €2.8 billion and €3.1 billion. Photo: Sixt Sixt experienced the strongest quarter in its history in the third quarter, according to the company. From July to September 2022, consolidated revenue increased by 24.8% to €997.1 million compared to the same quarter last… Continue reading Sixt Reports Highest Quarter Revenue Earnings
Kyte Closes $60M in Series B Growth Equity Financing
This round of investments brings Kyte’s total funding to approximately $300M across equity and debt. Logo: Kyte Kyte, an on-demand car rental service that delivers vehicles to drivers, has announced $60M in Series B growth equity financing. The round is led by InterAlpen Partners, whose founder Stephen George (an early investor in Tesla and SpaceX)… Continue reading Kyte Closes $60M in Series B Growth Equity Financing
Surprice Car Rentals Opens 2 More Locations in Italy
The airport locations will be added to the many other cities Surprice operates across the country. Photo: Surprice Car Rental Surprice Car Rentals continues its global growth with two new destinations in Italy. The operator announced that it has now opened in Milano Linate airport and Firenze airport. Surprice Car Rentals Italy has already opened in Bergamo,… Continue reading Surprice Car Rentals Opens 2 More Locations in Italy
Charlotte to Add EV Carsharing for Affordable Housing Developments
To provide power for the electric vehicles, two EV chargers will be installed at each housing location. Photo: Pexels.com The Southern Alliance for Clean Energy (SACE) announced the launch of a new electric vehicle (EV) carsharing program in Charlotte, N.C., in partnership with Centralina Regional Council and the City of Charlotte, according to a press… Continue reading Charlotte to Add EV Carsharing for Affordable Housing Developments
Zubie Partners With Peer-to-Peer RV Rental Platform
By using Zubie’s telematics, RV owners on Outdoorsy will have the ability to track the location, driving speed, and maintenance status of their RVs while they are being rented. Photo: Zubie Telematics provider Zubie has partnered with Outdoorsy, an online peer-to-peer RV and campervan rental marketplace. This integration will allow RV owners the ability to track… Continue reading Zubie Partners With Peer-to-Peer RV Rental Platform
Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Acquires IAA to Expand Global Marketplace
IAA sells lightly damaged, salvage and clear-title vehicles, parts cars, SUVs, trucks, motorcycles, and heavy equipment at auctions across the U.S. File photo: IAA Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers and IAA (Insurance Auto Auctions) Inc. announced Nov. 7 that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Ritchie Bros. will acquire IAA in a stock and… Continue reading Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Acquires IAA to Expand Global Marketplace