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Our team of enterprising editors bring years of experience covering the fleet industry. We offer a deep understanding of trends and the ever-evolving landscapes we cover in fleet, trucking, and transportation.  

News•by Staff•April 19, 2020

Zipcar Launches Stay Local Member Plan

The plan is designed for essential workers and for quick local trips, like picking up groceries or essentials during the pandemic.

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News•by Staff•April 17, 2020

Orlando Airport to Defer Airline, Car Rental Payments

The payments equal $5.6 million for car rental companies and are expected to be paid back starting this summer.

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News•by Staff•April 17, 2020

PPP Is out of Money, More on Way

Last Thursday, the SBA announced it had stooped accepting new applications, though this Tuesday the Senate approved a measure that would revive the program geared to keep small businesses afloat.

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News•by Staff•April 16, 2020

Enterprise Updates Operations Amidst COVID-19

Enterprise Holdings provides updates regarding daily operations, airport service, rental procedures, collision center processes, car sales, and cleaning measures as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

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News•by Staff•April 16, 2020

ACRA Asks Congress for More Relief, Vehicle Buyback Program

In a letter to Congress, the American Car Rental Association asks for increased funding and loan extensions for the Paycheck Protection Program, as well as a vehicle buyback program to stimulate new vehicle sales.

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News•by Staff•April 15, 2020

Watch: Managing Car Rental Risks, Liability, Legalities During a Pandemic

The webinar covered risk, insurance, and contract issues as they relate to employment and staffing, new rental types such as gig workers, and managing parked vehicles. It is now available online.

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News•by Staff•April 15, 2020

Uber Rides Decrease 94%

In mid March, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said that high impact areas like Seattle were experiencing a 60% to 70% decrease in bookings.

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News•by Staff•April 15, 2020

Former Thrifty Location to Become Firefighter Center

The old Thrifty location in Boise, Idaho is being repurposed by the Wildland Firefighter Foundation.

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News•by Staff•April 15, 2020

USDOT Awards $10 Billion in Relief for America’s Airports

The funds will help airports impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. The funds are available for airport capital expenditures, airport operating expenses including payroll and utilities, and airport debt payments.

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News•by Staff•April 14, 2020

Passenger Involved in Police Pursuit, Crash Sues Rental Franchisee

The passenger claims the Thrifty location serving Charleston County, S.C. rented the car without properly verifying the identity of the renter.

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