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Newsby StaffAugust 10, 2018

Rental Cars' Infotainment Systems Vulnerable to Hacking

When drivers connect their phones to a rental car's infotainment system via Bluetooth, their personal data and safety can be compromised with malware through text messages.

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Newsby StaffJuly 18, 2018

Hertz Wins Irish Fraud Case

A judge ordered two Lithuanian men to reimburse Hertz Rent-a-Car for expenses made during a personal injury fraud investigation.

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Newsby StaffJuly 13, 2018

Top Vehicle Theft Hot Spots Named

Albuquerque, N.M., recorded the highest rate of vehicle thefts in the U.S. in 2017 as vehicle thefts increased 4.1% across the nation, reports the National Insurance Crime Bureau. Each year, the bureau analyzes thefts reported to law enforcement and releases a top 10 list with its "Hot Spots" report.

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Newsby StaffJuly 10, 2018

19 Hertz Vehicles Destroyed in Salt Lake City Airport Fire

No injuries were reported, but the damage to the vehicles is estimated at $500,000.

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Newsby StaffJune 14, 2018

Didi Chuxing Implements More Ride-Hailing Restrictions

Beginning June 22, Didi Chuxing will be piloting an in-app feature that will allow passengers to share their route and destination with emergency contacts.

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Newsby StaffMay 31, 2018

Beijing to Fine Drivers, Impound Vehicles Used in Illegal Ride-Hailing

The legislation, which goes into effect July 1, grants authorities the power to suspend a driver’s license for three to six months if he or she is caught violating the new law two or more times.

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Newsby StaffMay 24, 2018

Chinese Government Places Tighter Regulations on Ride-Hailing

The announcement comes following death of a passenger using Didi Chuxing’s carpooling feature earlier this month.

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Newsby StaffMay 24, 2018

Oklahoma Rental Agency Missing $50K Mercedes

Police say the man who rented it used a stolen credit card and ID.

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Newsby StaffMay 18, 2018

Uber Updates Sexual Violence Transparency Policies

The company is removing requirements for mandatory arbitration and non-disclosure agreements in dealing with sexual assault and harassment claims.

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Newsby StaffMay 17, 2018

Didi Chuxing Announces New Safety Features Following Passenger's Murder

Didi officials said there will now be mandatory facial-recognition scanning for all drivers before they pick up any fares.

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