Categories: Fleet, Fleet Acquisition, Operations, Remarketing, Rental Operations, Vehicle Research

Ever since President Trump announced auto tariffs 47 days ago, the cost of new cars has been steadily climbing.

https://www.vehicleremarket.com/10240657/tariffs-boost-new-vehicle-prices-in-april

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Two companies unite under a single brand to provide mobility software for rental, leasing, subscription, and chauffeured transportation options.

https://www.autorentalnews.com/10240434/jimpisoft-carpro-systems-form-emotion

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Rental car companies shifted rankings as technology determined whether many customers liked their experiences.

https://www.autorentalnews.com/10240337/traveler-customer-satisfaction-declines-across-the-board-data-shows

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The Nordic expansion aims to attract environmentally conscious consumers while supporting the global shift towards greener mobility.

https://www.autorentalnews.com/10239848/green-motion-opens-franchise-in-denmark

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PHOTO GALLERY: Here's a sampling of memorable images and people from the 2025 International Car Rental Show held in Las Vegas April 14-16.

https://www.autorentalnews.com/10239796/icrs25-serving-up-a-big-rental-car-event

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ICRS 2025: How the industry manages market pressures and emerging trends will determine its pricing, profits, customer service — and future success.

https://www.autorentalnews.com/10239824/chinese-electric-vehicle-market-could-alter-car-rental

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ICRS 2025: One of the rental car industry’s highest honors celebrates the longtime operator for her extensive industry service and advocacy and 50+ years...

https://www.autorentalnews.com/10239674/sharon-faulkner-receives-arn-annual-impact-award

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AI-powered camera systems and machine learning algorithms enable real-time automated inspections of a vehicle’s body, glass, tires, and undercarriage.

https://www.autorentalnews.com/10239611/hertz-uveye-partner-to-modernize-vehicle-maintenance-with-ai

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ICRS 2025: Market red flags are popping up as Trump tariffs and automotive market uncertainties roil car rental and other fleet sectors.

https://www.autorentalnews.com/10239671/proceed-with-caution-rental-car-industry-readies-for-wild-ride

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The expansion comes as the global car rental service sees strong revenue, profit, and customer growth.

https://www.autorentalnews.com/10239553/carwiz-enters-heavy-u-k-travel-market

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