ICRA strives to promote a healthy and sustainable industry of independent car rental entrepreneurs, P2P carsharing operators on platforms such as Turo and Getaround, and other business advocates who support the industry. Logo: ICRA A new trade association has launched. The Independent Car Rental Association (ICRA) is up and running with the mission to serve as an… Continue reading New P2P Car Rental Industry Association Forms
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Connecticut Airport to Open New Ground Transportation Center
Bradley International Airport’s new $210-million facility will provide improved access to rental cars, more parking, and future options for public transit. Photo: Connecticut Airport Authority Connecticut’s Bradley International Airport is expected to open its new Ground Transportation Center in mid-July. After five years of planning and construction, the new $210-million facility will provide improved access to… Continue reading Connecticut Airport to Open New Ground Transportation Center
Volkswagen Places Europcar at Center of New Mobility Strategy
Europcar is to become a cornerstone of Volkswagen’s mobility offering following closure of the transaction to buy the mobility company. Photo: Volkswagen AG Following the closure of its Europcar transaction with consortium partners Attestor and Pon Holdings, Volkswagen is moving quickly to center Europcar as the kingpin of mobility provision, forming part of its NEW… Continue reading Volkswagen Places Europcar at Center of New Mobility Strategy
Rental Fleet Sales Down 32% for H1 2022
Some good news: Monthly sales comparisons have seen steady improvement since January, despite the lack of supply the industry still. faces. Photo: Obi – @pixel6propix on Unsplash When it comes to new vehicle sales, the U.S. car rental industry continues to feel the effects of supply chain disruption. Through the first six months of 2022, sales into rental fleets… Continue reading Rental Fleet Sales Down 32% for H1 2022
Virtuo Adds Tesla Model Y to U.K. Fleet
Virtuo’s fleets are available across seven European countries, allowing drivers to take their rentals into different European countries at no extra cost. Photo: Virtuo On-demand and app-based car rental service provider Virtuo announced in a statement the addition of the Tesla Model Y to its U.K. fleet. Renters in London will be able to book the model for delivery… Continue reading Virtuo Adds Tesla Model Y to U.K. Fleet
Enterprise’s ROAD Forward Initiative Donates Over $7M to Non-Profits
Enterprise Holdings’ ROAD Forward was launched in 2020 and focuses on Respect, Opportunity, Achievement, and Diversity (ROAD) for youth and families. Source: Enterprise Holdings Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation, is awarding its ROAD Forward grants for the second year to nearly 700 local non-profit organizations. Totaling more than $7 million in 2022, the grants will be distributed across… Continue reading Enterprise’s ROAD Forward Initiative Donates Over $7M to Non-Profits
Remembering Brad Kjar
Brad Kjar had a wealth of rental experience, beginning his operator journey at Enterprise and serving various roles at Dollar Thrifty, Avis Budget, and U-Save Car & Truck Rental. Photos: Torry Zerilla and ARN archives / Canva It is with great sadness that ARN reports the death of former industry operator Bradley E. Kjar, who… Continue reading Remembering Brad Kjar
Green Motion Continues U.S. Expansion in California
Pictured: The Green Motion Arcadia team: Alvin Chou, Tiger Tang, and Kenny Chen. Photo: Green Motion Car rental brand Green Motion announced in a statement the expansion of its affiliate operations in the U.S. with the opening of its latest location in Arcadia, California. Acquired by car rental professional and local entrepreneur Kenny Chen, Green Motion… Continue reading Green Motion Continues U.S. Expansion in California
VW Unveils All-Electric Luxury Sedan for Global Market
The ID. AERO transfers the design language of Volkswagen’s electric vehicles to a premium mid-size sedan for the first time. The aerodynamically designed front end and roof ensure that air flows optimally over the vehicle. Photo: VW With the world premiere June 27 of the ID. AERO concept car in China, Volkswagen gave some hints… Continue reading VW Unveils All-Electric Luxury Sedan for Global Market
GO Rentals Opens on Waiheke Island
On an island that relies heavily on tourism, the new location will feature cars such as SUVs, vans, and 4-wheel drives, plus mountain bikes and e-bikes. Photo: GO Rentals Kiwi owned and operated car rental company GO Rentals announced in a statement it has opened on Waiheke Island, marking their eighth location in New Zealand. GO Rentals Waiheke fleet will consist… Continue reading GO Rentals Opens on Waiheke Island