Painter says that 80% of Autonomy’s present customers are primarily plugging into 110v outlets at home for Level 1 charging and only traveling an average of 25 miles a day. Photo: Autonomy Scott Painter is all in on electric. If car manufacturers are switching to electric, and California and New York are legislating electric futures,… Continue reading What is Scott Painter’s Plan for 23k Electric Vehicles?
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Green Motion Adds New Franchise in Singapore
(L to R) Peter Tan, Green Motion Singapore owner, with Tze Yong and Roger Yeo will start operations mid-December 2022. Photo: Green Motion Eco-conscious car rental brand Green Motion announced the signing of a new long-term Master Franchise agreement in Singapore, the Lion City. This new office will be located in downtown Singapore while supporting the Changi Airport, with an official location opening in December 2022. With a population… Continue reading Green Motion Adds New Franchise in Singapore
Survey: Auto Dealers Well Equipped to Compete in Car Rental Market
The survey showed that dealers have competitive advantages in customer service, fleet management, facilities, and proximity to local rental customers. Photo: Canva Commissioned by connected car platform Dealerware, a survey of U.S. car owners found that auto dealerships have an opportunity to win a share of the $25 billion U.S. car rental market that is primarily… Continue reading Survey: Auto Dealers Well Equipped to Compete in Car Rental Market
Business Travel Continues Strong Outlook for 2023
On average, travel managers estimated their company’s domestic business travel volume is back to 63% of their 2019 pre-pandemic levels, according to a recent GBTA poll. Photo: Canva The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) has released its October 2022 Business Travel Recovery Poll from a survey of almost 600 business travel buyers, suppliers, and other stakeholders… Continue reading Business Travel Continues Strong Outlook for 2023
GO Rentals Adds Tesla Model Y to Fleet in NZ
The Tesla Model Y will have connectivity to the GO Rentals mobile app for remote functionality. Photo: GO Rentals GO Rentals announced that it is adding at least nine Tesla Model Y EVs to its fleet, already effective at Auckland Airport and soon to be available at all GO Rentals locations later this year, including Auckland City, Wellington, Christchurch,… Continue reading GO Rentals Adds Tesla Model Y to Fleet in NZ
Manheim Index Declines Again as Used Vehicle Market Slows
The used market has seen much more normal supply conditions this year. In fact, the used market has been oversupplied for most of the year. Photo: Bobit Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) decreased 3% in September from August, bringing the Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index to 204.5, down 0.1%… Continue reading Manheim Index Declines Again as Used Vehicle Market Slows
Sixt Offers Florida Disaster Relief Special
The Florida Disaster Relief special is valid for a rental of four-plus weeks and up to 25% off. The offer includes an additional driver and waived young driver fee. Photo: Sixt Sixt announced a special offer beginning Oct. 4 to help people who lost their vehicles to Hurricane Ian with a discounted offer for long-term… Continue reading Sixt Offers Florida Disaster Relief Special
UFODrive Launches Full-Service EV Subscription
UFODrive’s subscription option will be available for U.S.-based customers in early 2023. The company operates in nine countries across the globe. Photo: UFODrive UFODrive, a provider of electric vehicle rental, has released a full-service subscription product driven by customer demand for longer-term rentals. “Our unique customer experience drives incredible loyalty and repeat business,” said Aidan… Continue reading UFODrive Launches Full-Service EV Subscription
New EV Product Provides 80% Charge in 12.5 Minutes
Each one of BTC Power’s 180kW AiO unit can charge two electric vehicles at a time continuously. This means the unit can serve more customers in less time. Photo: BTC Power BTC Power, a manufacturer of electric vehicle (EV) charging systems, introduced a new charger Oct. 3 that can provide an 80% EV battery charge… Continue reading New EV Product Provides 80% Charge in 12.5 Minutes
HyreCar Announces $100 Million Line of Credit
AmeriDrive serves gig-economy customers for rideshare and delivery car rentals using the HyreCar platform exclusively. Photo: HyreCar HyreCar Inc., the carsharing marketplace for ridesharing and food and package delivery services, announced in a statement an agreement with a premier global investment bank and Medalist Partners for a $100 million warehousing line of credit. The global investment bank… Continue reading HyreCar Announces $100 Million Line of Credit