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ArticlesSeptember 1, 2008

Hertz Franchisee Develops Opportunities in Mexico

AVASA, the largest Hertz franchisee in Mexico, has grown from a fleet of 700 to 6,000 in five years through innovative marketing efforts and groundbreaking partnerships.

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Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 1, 2007

Industry Forecast 2008

Rental car companies are mitigating fleet costs by transitioning to risk vehicles and increasing holding periods. Could self-service rental car kiosks be the next big thing?

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Articlesby Chris BrownFebruary 1, 2007

How Will Fleet Cuts Affect the Auto Rental Industry?

Fewer cars means per-vehicle depreciation costs will increase by as much as 20% in 2007. How are the major RAC's coping?

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Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 1, 2006

Playing the Market: Rental Car Companies Go Public

Hertz and Vanguard will soon trade alongside Avis Budget Group and Dollar Thrifty Group on the Big Board. With profit pressures stronger than ever, what are the ramifications of rental car companies going public?

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2006

Leveling the Playing Field with Replacement Rentals

With the right mix of marketing, creativity and investment in technology, the insurance replacement market provides local businesses the opportunity to thrive in a land of giants.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2004

The Call for Competition in Insurance Replacement

One company, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, has more than 85% market share. But competitors and industry software providers are stepping up efforts to challenge the company's dominance.

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ArticlesSeptember 1, 1991

The 30 Most Important People in the Fleet Industry

To celebrate Automotive Fleet's 30th anniversary, Bobit Publishing would like to honor the top 30 individuals, both past and present, who have made significant contributions to the automotive fleet industry.

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ArticlesNovember 1, 1988

An Argument in Favor of Airport Gross Receipts Fees

In response to Thrifty Car Rental's argument against airport gross receipts fees appearing in last September's issue, Hertz Chairman Frank Olson provides the counter-argument for the imposition of such fees on off-airport firms.

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ArticlesMarch 1, 1985

In Memoriam: Walter L. Jacobs

Founder of car rental industry and former Hertz president passes away

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ArticlesJanuary 1, 1984

New System Tried in Chicago Cellular Phone Use in Rental Cars

Once considered as only a luxury item, mobile phones may soon become commonplace, at least in rental cars, thanks to an innovation in telephone transmission tech­nology.

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