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NewsNovember 25, 2009

Research Firm Analysis Supports Bullish View of Auto Rental Sector

The analysis from MKM Partners shows that demand is stabilizing and consumers are showing more interest in ancillary products.

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NewsNovember 25, 2009

AAA Projects Thanksgiving Travel to Increase 1.4 Percent from Last Year

Fewer Americans will travel by air this year due to budget concerns, reduced airline capacity and added charges.

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NewsNovember 25, 2009

Does the 2009 Rental Car Satisfaction Study Provide Faulty Analysis?

The qualitative analysis J.D. Power provides for its 2009 Rental Car Satisfaction Study is stirring controversy. Check out the Auto Focus blog page and weigh in with your thoughts.

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NewsNovember 25, 2009

Large Market Buyers See Little Negotiating Room with Rental Companies

Small operating margins mean rental companies have less room for negotiating rates than hotels and airlines.

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NewsNovember 25, 2009

Sixt Expands into Peru

Sixt launched services in Mexico in September and is already present in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Panama and Costa Rica.

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NewsNovember 25, 2009

Holiday Travelers Waiting Longer to Book Travel

The average advance purchase for Thanksgiving travel this year is 2.6 days later than last year's average.

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NewsNovember 25, 2009

Travel Buyers See Moderate Price Hikes for Rental Cars and Limo Service

Travel buyers are now negotiating costs for insurance and energy surcharges. Unlike the car rental industry, black limo users are benefiting from excess capacity.

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NewsNovember 25, 2009

In Memoriam: Norman Trudel, Founder of GMI Insurance

Trudel formed GMI in 1980 in Phoenixville, Penn., and had more than 50 years experience in the insurance industry.

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NewsNovember 18, 2009

GM Fleet and Commercial Operation Adds Fleet Account Executives

“The increase in the number of GM Fleet Account Executives is an example of our commitment to providing a coast-to-coast team of fleet professionals that are ready to help companies assess and meet their fleet needs with Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac vehicles,” said Jim Campbell, general manager of General Motors Fleet and Commercial Operations

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NewsNovember 18, 2009

Florida Rental Surcharge Idea Hits a Snag

The proposed surcharge would help finance a Florida rail system.

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