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NewsJanuary 9, 2012

Virgin Islands Car Rental Surcharge Increases

The surcharge is getting raised along with the U.S. Virgin Islands’ hotel room tax.

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ArticlesJanuary 3, 2012

Investigating Renters: Verifying Licenses with the DMV

Technology has enhanced rental car companies’ ability to verify the status of a customer’s license, and with it, has opened the door for potential negligent entrustment cases. What is your duty in light of recent case law?

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ArticlesJanuary 3, 2012

ACRA: 'It's that Time of Year Again!'

The fiscal year for ACRA is now over, and the organization reports it ‘enjoyed significant growth in 2011.’

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ArticlesJanuary 3, 2012

Debit Card Payment Processing Changes: Are You Taking Advantage?

New, federally mandated caps on debit transaction fees may benefit car rental companies accepting debit cards. However, be prepared for stricter IRS information reporting rules and the proliferation of payments via smartphone.

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NewsDecember 14, 2011

<b>Updated:</b> Boxer Withdraws Amendment on Rental Recalls

Feeling the pressure from the lobbying effort of the industry and acknowledging the controversial nature of the issue, Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-CA) withdrew her amendment on rental recalls Dec. 14 during the Senate Commerce Committee's mark-up of the Auto Safety Bill.

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NewsNovember 29, 2011

Graves Law Denied Review by U.S. Supreme Court

The law, which was passed in 2005, had been challenged by the Association for the American Justice in September through a petition for review.

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NewsNovember 7, 2011

Las Vegas City Council Reallocates Rental Car Tax Funds

Now that construction for the Smith Center for the Performing Arts is ‘on budget,’ the council unanimously approved a $1.5 million reallocation of a rental car tax that had last been designated to help build the center.

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NewsNovember 7, 2011

South Africa Rental Group Refuses to Register Vehicles for New Tolling Project

Members of the South African Rental and Leasing Association agreed to not register their vehicles with “e-tags,” and request that the toll and road project be ‘halted.’

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ArticlesNovember 1, 2011

From Conversation to National Association: ACRA Celebrates Successes

Through its various incarnations, the American Car Rental Association has continuously advocated for major car rental companies, franchise owners and large and small independents. Today, the association is stronger than ever.

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NewsSeptember 28, 2011

Trial Lawyers Seek Supreme Court Review of Graves Law

Graves Law, originally passed in 2005, prohibits states from imposing vicarious liability on non-negligent owners of rented and leased vehicles. A group of lawyers recently filed a petition for review and responses to the petition are due by Oct. 21.

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