Anchorage leads U.S. car rental costs this Summer

 

Anchorage, Alaska is the most expensive destination in the United States for renting a car this Summer, according to a survey by Cheapcarrental.com.

Southwest Airlines selects CarTrawler for car rental platform

 

CarTrawler, a B2B technology provider of car rental, ground transportation and insurtech solutions for the travel industry, has announced a new partnership with Southwest Airlines, the largest domestic airline in the United States.

Hertz reveals 2026 U.S. spring travel trends

 

New Hertz travel insights reveal how spring break travel is shifting with travelers embracing more flexible timing and longer windows for their getaways.

AutoRentals.com to offer users retail shopping experience powered by InterLnkd

 

LONDON, UK – InterLnkd, the travel industry’s intelligent shopping mall partner, has announced a partnership with online car rental marketplace AutoRentals.com.

Hertz’ bet on EV car rental dominance stalls

 

Over two years ago, Hertz signaled its ambitions in ordering 100,000 new Tesla vehicles, marking a first major move into the electric vehicle (EV) market.

Car hire prices down by half

Consumer champion Which? has some good news for holidaymakers.

The cost of car hire has fallen in many destinations this year compared to 2023, according to analysis.

Veico Car Rental commits to universal accessibility offering assistive devices free of charge

 GUADALAJARA, JALISCO, MEXICO – Veico Car Rental, a leader in Mexico’s car rental industry, unveils an innovative and far-reaching initiative that serves as a testament to its commitment to universal accessibility and the highest standards of customer service. Effective September 26, 2023, Veico Car Rental will provide complimentary assistive devices to customers with special needs, marking a historic milestone as the first company in Mexico to offer such a service.

CarTrawler continues North American expansion by partnering with new US Carrier, Avelo Airlines

 

DUBLIN, IRELAND and HOUSTON, TEXAS – Cartrawler announced that it has partnered with Avelo Airlines, a new U.S. carrier offering industry-leading affordability, convenience and reliability.

Autohellas grows its international portfolio with acquisition of HR Automoveis, the Hertz Franchisee Partner in Portugal

 

Autohellas has (August 1, 2022) entered into a binding agreement for the acquisition of 85.60% (plus 4.4% Treasury Shares, totalling 90%) of the share capital of Portuguese company HR Aluguer de Automóveis S.A. (HR Automóveis), the franchisee partner of Hertz International in Portugal, at a consideration of 31,500,000 euros. Assuming certain annual HR Automóveis profitability targets are reached between 2022-2024, it is possible that the valuation will be increased by up to 7,500,000 million euros, meaning the total consideration could eventually reach 39,000,000 euros.

Rental car prices high in Spain, tourists escaping airport chaos

 

European vacationers may fall prey to paying unprecedented rental car fare which has skyrocketed ever since pre-pandemic times.

This is for those who want to avoid the summer airport chaos.

Autohellas Group financial figures 1st Quarter 2021: 12.7% increase in consolidated turnover

 

Autohellas announces the results of the first quarter of 2021, showing a 12.7% increase in consolidated turnover, which amounted to 128.8 million euros compared to 114.3 million euros in 2020, despite the restrictions on interregional and international travel which have an extremely significant impact on short-term rentals.

Hertz Finds Equity Sponsor for its Chapter 11 Exit

 Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. has selected an enhanced proposal from Centerbridge Partners, L.P., Warburg Pincus LLC, and Dundon Capital Partners, LLC to provide the equity capital required to fund Hertz's exit from Chapter 11, keeping the Company on track to conclude its Chapter 11 case in June 2021.

Hertz's New Subscription Service Expands

 

If you need a new car but don't or can't buy one, Hertz's new subscription service could be what you are looking for. 

Hertz is expanding its Hertz My Car monthly vehicle subscription service nationwide to all corporate airport and neighborhood locations.

Hertz My Car is the smart alternative to owning or leasing a car with three all-inclusive subscription tiers that offer a variety of vehicles to fit customers' budgets and needs with no long-term commitment. Maintenance, liability protection and premium roadside assistance are also included.

"We're excited to expand Hertz My Car nationwide to give customers the ultimate flexibility and convenience when it comes to their daily travels," said Laura Smith, Hertz Executive Vice President of Global Marketing and Customer Experience.

"Since launching in Austin and Atlanta last year, we've seen growth in the program locally and greater interest in other markets.

"Hertz My Car subscribers told us they like the flexibility of the program and the fact they can swap vehicles twice per month at no additional cost. They also said they wanted to pick up and return at other locations, which helped support our decision to expand across the country. To enable even more people to enjoy Hertz My Car, we also introduced a third tier at a lower price point of $599 per month."

Donna Choate, a resident of Atlanta, Ga., shared what she enjoys most about the program since joining Hertz My Car in August.

"I love the Hertz My Car subscription program and the option to switch cars based on my needs. I never worry about a surprise car repair bill and insurance is included. I used to purchase and own all of my vehicles, but quickly realized they had little trade-in value. The Hertz My Car program allows me to drive brand new vehicles, receive concierge-level service and have peace of mind that I will always have reliable, safe transportation." 

How Hertz My Car Works

Hertz My Car subscribers can choose from three monthly subscription tiers.

Tier One at $599* includes economy, compact and mid-size sedans;

Tier Two at $999* includes full-size sedans, small SUVs and trucks; and

Tier Three offers luxury sedans, regular SUVs and large trucks for $1,399*.

Customers can exchange their vehicle twice a month to another make or model within their tier so they always have the vehicle that best fits their needs. The all-inclusive monthly subscription covers vehicle maintenance, roadside assistance, limited liability protection and vehicle damage, which is limited to Tiers Two and Three. Vehicle damage protection is not included with Tier One, but subscribers can add it for an additional fee.

Tailored Transportation

Hertz has a variety of transportation solutions to suit customers' unique mobility needs. In addition to Hertz My Car, Hertz offers multi-month rentals and the Free-to-Go Pass, a yearly vehicle subscription that can provide $100 or more in savings with each rental and other benefits. Hertz also provides fleet leasing, a technology-based solution to help businesses manage their fleets more efficiently.

For more information about Hertz My Car or to join, visit https://www.hertz.com/p/hertzmycar. 

*Taxes excluded. Upon subscription approval, there is a one-time enrollment fee of $250. Terms & conditions apply.

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Detroit charges highest rental car rates in the U.S., according to survey

 

Renting a car over the 2020 summer season will be most expensive in Detroit, according to a new survey conducted by CheapCarRental.net. However, overall, the survey found that rental car rates are significantly more affordable than in 2019, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The survey compared 50 destinations in the United States based on destinations’ car rental rates in August 2020. All major, national car rental companies were considered for the survey, as well as rental pick-up locations both in city centers and at airports. 

In Detroit, travelers will spend an average of $446 per week for the cheapest available rental cars. Memphis and Philadelphia come in second and third for highest rental car rates in the country, with average weekly rates of $425 and $406, respectively. 

Orlando and Los Angeles are the least expensive U.S. destinations for car rentals, the survey found, with average weekly rates of $120 and $130, respectively. The majority of California and Florida destinations are relatively affordable, with car rental rates in most destinations not passing $200 per week.

Rental car rates across the board are down by about 15% compared to last summer, and car rental providers in destinations such as Boston, Cincinnati and Seattle are offering rates at a nearly 40%  discount over last year. While there is a significant increase in road trip travel this year, new demand is unable to compensate for the loss of car rental demand related to air travel.

The following table shows the 10 most expensive U.S. destinations for car rental rates. The prices shown reflect the average weekly rates for the cheapest available car rentals in each city, Aug. 1–31, 2020. 

1. Detroit $446
2. Memphis $425
3. Philadelphia $406
4. Kansas City $385
5. Pittsburgh $352
6. Indianapolis $331
7. Sacramento $329
8. New York City $326
9. Anchorage $325
10.Albuquerque $316

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Hertz Gold Standard Clean Sealed and Certified Vehicles

Hertz is introducing Hertz Gold Standard Clean, an enhanced vehicle cleaning and sanitization process that concludes with each vehicle being sealed and certified 'Hertz Standard Gold Clean' before each rental.

Hertz is also continuing to innovate to meet customers' needs and preferences by launching a new vehicle delivery service and highlighting its fast and touchless rental solutions.

"At every Hertz location around the world, our focus remains on getting people where they need to go safely and confidently," said Kathryn V. Marinello, Hertz President and CEO. "That's why we're raising the bar on our high standards for safety and cleanliness with Hertz Gold Standard Clean and continuing to introduce innovative rental solutions that provide our customers with a safer, faster and easier way to travel as they get back on the road."

Raising the Bar with Hertz Standard Gold CleanTo give customers total confidence when they rent a car, every vehicle will be sealed and certified 'Hertz Gold Standard Clean,' after undergoing a 15-point cleaning and sanitization process that follows U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines.

Key steps in the 15-point process entail cleaning and sanitizing the interior and exterior of the vehicle, including all contact surfaces (e.g. steering wheel, consoles, door handles, etc.,) with an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-approved disinfectant for use against the virus that causes COVID-19.

"Sealing each vehicle is a first-of-its-kind practice in the car rental industry and one we believe will give customers added peace of mind knowing they are the only person to enter the vehicle after it's been thoroughly cleaned and sanitized," continued Marinello.

Hertz Gold Standard Clean is rolling out across all Hertz locations in the U.S. and planning to launch in other countries.

To learn more about Hertz Gold Standard Clean, visit: www.hertz.com/GoldStandardClean.

In addition to these new vehicle-cleaning protocols, Hertz has enhanced its cleaning methods at all locations and in shuttle buses, which includes using approved disinfectant to regularly wipe down high-touch areas such as door handles, counters, kiosks and other hard surfaces. Employees are also following social distancing guidelines and best practices, which are being reinforced through signage at all locations for employee and customer safety.

Convenient Vehicle Delivery and Touchless RentalsHertz has a long legacy of evolving to meet customer's changing preferences by introducing a variety of rental solutions and that commitment continues today. For customers who prefer to limit personal contact or want a more convenient rental experience, Hertz is now offering Hertz Neighborhood Delivery at nearly 3,000 U.S. neighborhood locations. The vehicle will be delivered to the customer and picked up from their preferred location.

Hertz also offers other low contact or completely touchless rental solutions. At many airports, Hertz Gold Plus Rewards members can skip the counter and go straight to their car. At locations where Hertz Fast Lane powered by CLEAR is available, members can also exit the lot with a quick facial scan, providing a completely touchless experience. When ready to return, members can simply drop off their vehicle and go with Hertz's eReceipt and Express Return service.

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Car Hire Rental Company gears up for expansion with re-brand and overseas site launch

Enjoy Car Hire has rebranded to EnjoyTravel.com, complete with a new URL enjoytravel.com, as it gears up for an expansion that will allow it to compete in other non-car rental sectors.

The Norwich-based business, which celebrated its tenth anniversary last year, has relaunched the website with a fresh new design and added new languages, with the introduction of French, Italian and Portuguese.

EnjoyTravel.com managing director Steve Dennis said: “We have been working on the re-brand and expansion for almost a year now.  So, while right now is not the obvious time to unveil a new brand and announce an expansion, we are ensuring that our company is agile, remains lean in terms of overheads, is structured properly and is business-ready for when we emerge from the current situation.

“Italy, Portugal and France are amongst our biggest domestic markets and these countries will bounce back, so we are preparing for the future and gearing up for the time when travel is back on people’s agenda. We are also expanding into the Brazilian market with the addition of Portuguese.

“The rebrand from Enjoy Car Hire to EnjoyTravel.com gives us the ability to add on more travel extras which our customers have been asking for.

“Our loyal clientele rate us highly – our Trustpilot reviews are among the best in the industry – and they want us to help them source trusted travel add-ons which we are now developing.

“While travel is one of the last things consumers are thinking of right now, we remain open for business and are developing the building blocks of future growth for when the market inevitably bounces back.

“During the downturn we are seeing an uptake of domestic travel, predominantly city centres and train stations, and there are customers still thinking ahead and booking for July through to the end of the year. We expect the return of domestic travel to grow ahead of international travel once restrictions start to be lifted and, as such, we are prepared digitally and operationally.”

The company is well known in the industry for pioneering a money-saving initiative, campaigning on behalf of consumers to change the way car rental companies charged for the fuel used in returned vehicles. It fought and won for a policy that meant consumers only paid for the fuel they had used.

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Hertz Provides Free Vehicle Rentals to New York City Healthcare Workers

Hertz now provides free vehicle rentals to New York City healthcare workers through April 30, 2020.

Beginning today, healthcare workers can reserve a vehicle at 19 New York City-area Hertz locations so they can continue providing critical care to the community during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

"With New York City having the highest number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the country, healthcare workers are dealing with extremely challenging circumstances," said Kathryn Marinello, Hertz President and CEO. "It's vital that healthcare workers have safe and reliable transportation during this time, and we are eager to help. The dramatic decrease in travel means we have more vehicles to serve the most critical needs of the community. We're starting in New York City with healthcare workers and we'll continue to see how we can help during this crisis. It gives all of us at Hertz a sense of purpose and pride to lend our support as much as we can during this very difficult time."

To immediately have an impact, Hertz is working with Mount Sinai Health System to make vehicles available to its employees throughout New York City, and is also supplying the Health System with free cargo van rentals to transport ventilators and other medical supplies to support the crisis.

"Mount Sinai Health System and our community of physicians, nurses, trainees, students and other health care professionals are working tirelessly to prevent and reduce the spread of COVID-19 and save lives," said Kenneth L. Davis, MD, President and CEO of Mount Sinai Health System. "We thank Hertz and the growing number of community and business organizations who have pledged their support during this critical time."

Lindsay Davis, who is a Certified Child Life Specialist in the NICU at Mount Sinai Hospital, is also thankful for the support. She picked up a free rental vehicle from Hertz this week after growing more concerned about getting to and from work.

"A large part of my job is providing emotional support to families in the NICU, so it's important at a time like this for me to be able to get to work," Davis shared. "I'm grateful that Hertz is helping me do so safely."

New York City healthcare workers who would like to reserve a Hertz vehicle from March 25, through April 30, 2020, should visit Hertz.com for more information.

As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, Hertz will continue to be of service in the community. Hertz is providing vehicles to its partner Team Rubicon, a veteran-led disaster response organization that is currently serving communities across the country by providing assistance such as delivery services for food-insecure populations, and coordination and logistics support for those in temporary quarantine through its #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors initiative.

In New York City and nearby New Rochelle, New York – both hot zones for the pandemic – Hertz is helping power Team Rubicon's veteran-led support by donating vehicles to serve at-risk populations in need of essential healthcare. Additionally, Hertz is supporting Team Rubicon's efforts with Feeding Westchester by giving Team Rubicon volunteers (known as Greyshirts), vehicles to transport food supplies from food banks in New Rochelle to mobile pantries to help ensure those in need receive proper nourishment.

"Those on the frontline of this crisis – healthcare workers, government agencies and relief organizations – need everyone's support more than ever," continued Marinello. "Hertz is proud to show our appreciation for the important work they're doing by providing a valued resource during this difficult time."

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Car rental market to reach US$ 230bn. by 2029 backed by accelerated growth of tourist travel in East Asia

According to Future Market Insights, while North America holds almost half of the car rental market share, East Asia is expected to emerge as the most lucrative for companies in the car rental market, attributable to the increasing tourism sector in China & Japan. Growing economic & infrastructural development, foreign investments, and medical tourism in China are other factors expected to boost growth of the car rental market over the forecast period.

On the back of these factors, the global car rental market value is at US$ 116 Bn in 2019 and expected to expand at 7.0% CAGR during the forecast period of 2019-2029.

Key Takeaways of Global Car Rental Market Study

• North America is expected to dominate the global car rental market, owing to high usage rate of car rental services by daily commuters, office-goers, and tourists in the country. Moreover, the growing trend of car sharing also boosts the usage of car rental in this region.
• According to study, the on-airport end use category accounted for the maximum share in the global car rental market, owing to high presence of international/domestic tourists for leisure as well as business.
• In car rental market, online booking platform including mobile applications and other internet services will continue to dominate the car rental market during the forecast period. Mobile applications segment is expected to see a prolific rise with a higher CAGR in car rental. Preferential shift of consumers towards mobile platforms are primarily driven by the growth of mobile users and high internet penetration.

Who is Winning
The global car rental market represents a fairly consolidated competition landscape, where a majority of car rental key players maintain their strategic focus on new innovative service offerings. Some of the key players are Enterprise Holdings Inc., The Hertz Corporation, Europcar Group, and Sixt SE. The car rental market in the U.S. is highly concentrated and top three car rental companies (Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. and Avis Budget Group, Inc.) hold more than 62% of market share in U.S. in 2018.

• In May 2019, Enterprise Holdings, Inc., a private holding company with headquarters in the U.S. launched the U.S. car rental industry’s first vehicle-subscription service, which provides flexibility and convenience to customers.
• In Nov 2019, Hertz and Air France jointly launched Hertz DriveU, which was designed to meet all customer transportation needs.
• In Aug 2019, the Europcar Mobility Group, a France-based car rental company, had acquired a 100% stake in the U.S.-Fox Rent A Car company, to expand its customer base of 15 million by 2023.

“Players in the global car rental market can gain significant profits by focusing on intermediate cars in addition to economic cars. The growing popularity of car sharing coupled with the rising disposable incomes are expected to drive the demand for intermediate cars during the forecast period,” says a report analyst.

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Air France and Hertz Launch “Hertz Driveu”

Air France and Hertz have signed a new partnership aimed at offering Air France customers an exceptional service, called Hertz DriveU  a private chauffeur service.

A tailor-made service, easy to use and accessible to all Air France customers and Flying Blue members can now enjoy the Hertz DriveU service: a transfer service with a private driver from their departure point to the airport and from their arrival airport to their final destination. The transfer is made by sedan (Standard, Premium, Luxury) or by van to and from more than 300 airports in over 70 countries.

 

This new service is, for example, offered at a fixed rate of €62 including tax for a trip between Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport and Paris in a Standard sedan, and will earn customers 148 Flying Blue Miles.

No more waiting in line for a taxi or the stress of a chauffeur who’s already left. At the airport, customers are welcomed up to 90 minutes – depending on the vehicle’s category – after flight arrival by a dedicated chauffeur, equipped with a tablet in the traveller’s name.

This service can be booked up to 3 hours before the transfer at airfrance.hertzdriveu.com and is available for all Air France customers and Flying Blue members.

In addition, for every euro spent excluding tax, customers who are members of the Flying Blue loyalty programme earn 3 Miles.

Soline de Montrémy, SVP Global Sales and Commercial Partnerships at Air France, said, “Our aim is to provide our customers with a trip that is as stress-free as possible. I am delighted with the implementation of this new private driver service provided by Hertz DriveU , offering an enhanced door to door customer experience.”

Vincent Gillet, VP International Marketing at Hertz International, added: “Hertz, which pioneered ‘Fly/Drive’ in 1932, and Air France have been offering passengers a seamless union of top air and ground transportation for more than 30 years. Hertz DriveU is yet another innovative addition to the unique selection of Hertz products and services that Air France passengers can easily access from the airline’s website before, during or after the reservation of their flight.”

ALL PART OF THE LA PREMIÈRE SERVICE

All Air France La Première guests enjoy exclusive attention from the company’s staff and tailor-made services. On departure or arrival at Paris-Charles de Gaulle, the Hertz DriveU service is included at no extra cost in the offer dedicated to customers travelling in the company’s most exclusive cabin. This service will soon be extended to other La Première destinations.

All La première customers enjoy a personalized welcome throughout their journey: a Hertz DriveU transfer service with private, welcomed by a porter at the airport as soon as they get out of their car, accompanied to the La Première lounge to relax, or enjoy a bite to eat with a culinary creation by Alain Ducasse at Paris-Charles de Gaulle, then a stress-free boarding at the passenger’s convenience, before their tailor-made flight in their La Première suite.

The service can be booked by calling the telephone number dedicated to La Première customers up to 24 hours before the transfer.

Source:- Air France

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Top 10 advantages of hiring a car with Pingouin Car Rental in Mauritius

Pingouin Car Rental is a local car rental company located at Level 0, Car Rental Booth, Counter No.9, SSR International Airport, Plaine Magnien 51520, Mauritius.

If you are travelling to Mauritius Island, renting a car remains a very affordable option with more freedom to explore this beautiful Island as compared to other options.

Mauritius is a high-end tourist destination poised in the Indian Ocean and it necessitates a big preparation beforehand including the reservation of airfares, lodging and an appropriate mean of transportation to get around prior to your arrival.  It is for instance recommended to pre-book cheap and convenient transportation on a shoestring budget to make most of your holiday.

The benefits with Pingouin Car Rental
Pingouin Car rental is our recommended local car rental agency in Mauritius whereby a car can be pre-booked easily from their website and it can be pick-up and drop-off straight away at the SSR Airport of Mauritius once you landed.  Pingouin Car rental agency provided outstanding car rental services in Mauritius and the following are the top ten added value propositions.

Convenience: Pingouin Car Rental is located in a prime area convenient for pick-up and drop-off in the airport of Mauritius. There is no fuss to travel long distances from the airport to find them and they are opened from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

To-your-door: Pingouin Car rental also offers deliveries and drop-off around the Island if option one has not opted.  Some customers can choose to have their cars delivered at their hotels.

Quality foremost: Pingouin car rental has a large fleet range from small to big with both automatic and manual transmission.  The cars are well maintained and well-cleaned which is a must for a smooth driving experience.

A multitude of Options/Extras: the other advantage one gets benefits is amongst its extras provided including SIM cards, local maps, car seats, wi-fi hotspots and so on. Those accessories and extras can be easily added during the booking process online or can be ordered directly at their car rental counter.

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