Due to the global shortage of semiconductors used in automobiles, OEMs are telling car rental companies to expect “significant delays” with fleet orders. One operator has had a large order canceled outright.
January 27, 2021
Motorq’s connected car APIs enable fleet owners to identify the location and pre-delivery status of General Motors’ vehicles. The system uses OnStar technology for “surgical” enablement of data that can be stopped or started as needed.
November 18, 2020
Fetch is an on-demand peer-to-peer rental service for pickups, box trucks, and cargo vans. Cofounder Adam Steinberg says the commercial side is its fastest growing segment.
August 5, 2019
While large scale deployment of autonomous vehicles won’t happen anytime soon, it’s important for fleets to formulate their game plans now.
September 29, 2017
While the effect that Hurricane Irma had on Insurance Auto Auction's and Copart's operations in Florida was relatively mild, Houston was a different story.
September 15, 2017
The mobility revolution is happening through greater connectivity, manufacturers' suites of transportation services, electrification, and the introduction of autonomous vehicles themselves. At the same time, manufacturers are placing the car at the center in this new world.
November 22, 2016
Several MY-17 Ford vehicles were available to drive on eight different test tracks at the preview’s drive experience. Preview attendees included 900 of Ford’s top commercial, government, and rental customers.
September 23, 2016
From paper and energy reduction plans to solar power, car rental operators are conserving resources and also benefitting their bottom line.
May 12, 2016
When looking for a more sustainable way to wash cars, consider making modifications such as washing cars less frequently, cleaning cars off-site at a local car wash, or installing an on-site wash that regulates or recycles the water.
May 12, 2016
The Conference of Automotive Remarketing (CAR), which is produced by Bobit Business Media, publisher of Automotive Fleet, celebrated its 20th anniversary with special events and contests — and a cake provided by sponsor ServNet.
July 8, 2015
Compact crossovers, performance vehicles, and hydrogen fuel-cell technology takes center stage in Los Angeles.
November 20, 2014
Manheim recently opened a new service center in Riverside, Calif., taking over a former newspaper printing plant. The result has been a boon for the auction, its partners, and the community.
March 27, 2014
Payless Car Rental has reached its 40th birthday with a singular focus on a business niche and the vision of entrepreneurs.
November 1, 2011
Best Buy's GeekMobile is a key icon of the company's image. The unique nature of Geek Squad vehicles and the treatment of those vehicles help solidify the Best Buy brand as "quirky, trustworthy, and expert."
March 11, 2011
NHTSA’s updated safety rating program could result in lower ratings for 2011-MY vehicles, even though vehicles are no less safe than those of the previous model-year.
October 13, 2010