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Newsby StaffJanuary 24, 2024

In Memorium: Dick Hemel, Rental Car Operator and Leader

The former manager of Budget and Hertz operations in Chicago and New York strongly supported an industry association.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 12, 2024

ACRA Adds Phil Spink to Board

The American Car Rental Association chose a franchise and operations manager with more than 30 years of experience to fill a vacant seat.

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Articlesby Martin RomjueJanuary 9, 2024

AI, EVs, Data & Risks: The Drivers of Future Auto Rental Trends

The technologies ready to streamline and strengthen the car rental industry also come with uncertainties and challenges.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 4, 2024

2024 Auto Rental News Fact Book Arrives Online

The annual compendium of stats, info, trends and tidbits points to renewed business activity across the car rental industry.

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ArticlesJanuary 3, 2024

A Fond Adieu to an Industry Friend

Column: With the passing of Joe Knight, we give pause to reflect on his contributions to the industry and to the growth of ACRA, and our commitment to continuing the work for a stronger industry.

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Articlesby Martin RomjueNovember 3, 2023

Car Rental Trade Group Works Top Issues at D.C. Lobbying Event

The American Car Rental Association detailed four legislative and regulatory reforms with Congressional representatives that could ameliorate business challenges for auto rental operators.

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Newsby StaffOctober 5, 2023

7 Smart Ways to Crack Down on San Francisco Car Thieves

American Car Rental Association president Sharky Laguana recently penned an op-ed article recommending innovative approaches to stem persistent vehicle break-ins plaguing the City by the Bay.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 31, 2023

More Work Needed on Repair Data Sharing Commitment

The ACRA-supported American Alliance for Vehicle Owners Rights (AAVOR) views this new commitment as an important update to the 2014 "right to repair" agreement but leaves out safety and public policy goals.

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Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2023

Graves Amendment Upheld in Loaner Vehicle Rental

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled that the Graves Amendment preempts a state law that found an auto dealership liable for injuries caused by a non-approved driver. 

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ArticlesMay 25, 2023

AI Use in Car Rental Agencies: Top Security Concerns

As the rental car industry moves toward more AI use, it must guard against the weaknesses this technology presents.

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