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Global Auto Rental Operators Survey Ready for Takers
Results from rental car operators around the world will be revealed at a session during the International Car Rental Show.
February 24, 2025
The results will provide accurate, complete industry benchmarks that RACs around the world can use to assess their business operations and performance.
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It’s time – and you have the time – to take the Auto Rental News 2025 State of Car Rental Survey.
Compiled between research and data firm Rate Gain and Auto Rental News, the survey of rental car companies and operations will yield insights on the state of the industry.
The researchers at Rate Gain will hold a session at the International Car Rental Show open to all attendees detailing their deep data. It will be held on Tuesday, April 15 at 4 pm during the event at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino.
The 20-question multiple choice survey takes only a few minutes to finish. The results will provide accurate, complete industry benchmarks that RACs around the world can use to assess their business operations and performance.
The survey not only documents the industry environment but contributes to a more accurate public image of the U.S. and global auto rental sector. The survey will remain live until Monday, March 10.
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