The latest Auto Rental News coronavirus survey tells the story of an industry that was initially devastated by the pandemic but is in an encouraging — if slow and uneven — process of recovery.
The previous months brought some life back to tourism in Brazil, which had been down since April due to the current global pandemic.
For the majority of these key workers, public transport is the main way of traveling to the workplace. However, with COVID cases on the rise, considering different modes of transport is advisable to help stay safe.
Special rates and contactless rental experiences help retain customers.
All world regions recorded large declines in arrivals during the first eight months of the year.
Throughout the five days, seminars and discussions focused on a variety of issues, from the COVID-19 pandemic and travel restrictions, to the battle over independent contractors and customer engagement.
While Europcar managed to generate positive adjusted corporate EBITDA on cost cutting, revenue fell to 537 million euros in the third quarter of 2020. Europcar no longer providing full-year guidance for 2020.
As part of Udrive’s safe travel initiative in partnership with the Roads and Transport Authority Dubai, Department of Transport Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah Municipality, the company revamped its customer service technology with the release of additional smart solutions that would enable a safe, affordable, and hassle-free service for all its riders.
Most customers still rent a car through distribution channels. Reaching millions of rental days is hardly possible when not using those channels and only renting regionally to local customers.
Working in partnership with London-based Private Harley Street Clinic, mail order COVID tests will be available at a substantial discounts for Green Motion customers in the U.K. wishing to travel to destinations such as Cyprus who require evidence of a negative test for entry.