The acquisition brings Green Motion to over 650 locations in 60 countries. Pictured are Tom McDonnell, former CEO of U-Save Car & Truck Rental (L) & Richard Lowden, founder and CEO of Green Motion (R). Photo: U-Save Car & Truck Rental Green Motion Car Rental of the United Kingdom announced today that it has closed… Continue reading Green Motion Acquires U-Save Car & Truck Rental
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Economic Twists and Turns Jolt Vehicle Markets
Remarketing industry analysits Dr. Alex Yurchenko, chief data science officer at Black Book, and Patrick Manzi, the chief economist for the National Auto Dealers Association, shared insights with moderator Larry Dixon, vice president of auction data solutions for the NAAA, during a presentation, “New and Used Market Performances and Economic Outlook,” at the National Auto… Continue reading Economic Twists and Turns Jolt Vehicle Markets
Amerit Fleet, Revolv Partner on Repair Services
Amerit Fleet Solutions is partnering with Revolv to bring turnkey electrification to fleets nationwide. Photo: Revolv Revolv, an electric vehicle services and solutions provider, announced Sept. 21 its partnership with Amerit Fleet Solutions to provide warranty and demand repair programs to Revolv customers. Amerit specializes in customized fleet maintenance programs. “Integrating electric vehicles present unknowns… Continue reading Amerit Fleet, Revolv Partner on Repair Services
NP Auto Group Partners with Independent Car Rental Association
NP Auto Group offers both franchise and affiliate programs, as well as operating corporate-owned rental locations. Logos: NP Auto Group/ICRA NextCar and Priceless announced a partnership on Sept. 14 with the World Independent Car Rental Association, which provides education and support for peer-to-peer and independent car rental operators and the industry as a whole. According to the announcement,… Continue reading NP Auto Group Partners with Independent Car Rental Association
Hertz, GM Announce Major EV Expansion
Hertz will begin taking deliveries of the Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV in the first quarter of 2023. Pictured is two EVs parked in front of a Hertz rental location in Michigan. Photo: GM Hertz and General Motors have announced an agreement in which Hertz plans to order up to 175,000 Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, and… Continue reading Hertz, GM Announce Major EV Expansion
Carwiz Announces First Global Conference
The conference aims to gather in one place all of Carwiz franchise and affiliate partners. Image: Carwiz The first Carwiz global conference will be held on Nov. 6, 2022, at the Radisson Blu Edwardian hotel in London, with the goal of bringing together in one venue all of Carwiz franchise and affiliate partners, as well… Continue reading Carwiz Announces First Global Conference
UFODrive Arrives in Spain
Thanks to many recent expansions across the globe, UFODrive now operates in over 20 locations in Europe. Photo: UFODrive European emobility provider UFODrive announced in a statement the opening of UFODrive Madrid, the company’s first launch in the Spanish market. Visitors to the Plaza de Colón location can book and drive EVs including the Tesla Model S, Jaguar I-Pace,… Continue reading UFODrive Arrives in Spain
Enterprise Truck Rental Hits 500 Locations
Enterprise Truck Rental has launched 500 branches across North America, with 60 locations opened in the past year. Photo: Enterprise Truck Rental Enterprise Truck Rental is celebrating launching 500 branches across North America — with 60 locations opened in the past year alone. Opening at least one branch weekly for 60 consecutive weeks, Enterprise Truck Rental continues to expand its… Continue reading Enterprise Truck Rental Hits 500 Locations
Rentall Receives Industry Award
The rental software’s fleet management tool monitors vehicle damages through pictures and videos, and permit keyless entry. Source: Rentall A B2B software review site, CompareCamp, accorded Rentall a Rising Star Award, acknowledging its increasing user base and popularity. Among other criteria, CompareCamp’s software reviewers evaluated Rentall’s volume of positive feedback and social mentions as a sign… Continue reading Rentall Receives Industry Award
Used Vehicle Inventory Up 30% YOY
The average listing price for used vehicles continues to trend at just over $28,000, but the price growth has definitely declined since last year’s big run-up. Graphic: Cox Automotive Used-vehicle inventory volume held steady from July to August, as did prices – a sign of market stability, according to the Cox Automotive analysis of vAuto… Continue reading Used Vehicle Inventory Up 30% YOY