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Renticar's Predictions for 2025 and Trends Shaping the Car Rental Industry
Our General Manager Zafer Bülent Salman evaluated 2024 in the car rental sector and shared his remarkable predictions for 2025. We share the latest developments in the sector and the innovations that shape the future with Salman's own narration.
The Last Quarter of 2024: An Era Shaping the Future
Zafer Salman said, "2024 was a year in which digitalization and sustainability became more prominent in the car rental industry. The demand for electric vehicles and users' tendency towards early booking positively affected the functioning of the sector." and evaluated the last quarter of 2024. In addition, despite economic fluctuations, increased vehicle availability and a widening model range have provided a great advantage in offering solutions tailored to the needs of users.
2025: 4 Key Trends to Drive the Industry
Zafer Salman summarizes the year 2025 under the following headings:
1. The Rise of Electric Vehicles
"2025 will be the year when electric vehicles will be recognized as not only an environmental but also an economic solution. We expect the share of electric vehicles in rental portfolios to exceed 20%. The development of charging infrastructure and increased user awareness will accelerate this process."
2. Digitalization and Data-Driven Services
"As digitalization accelerates, more personal and data-driven services will be offered in car rental processes. Data analytics and artificial intelligence will improve users' experiences by predicting their expectations. As RentiCar, we plan to increase our investments in this area in 2025."
3. Flexibility and Hybrid Solutions
"Offering flexible solutions according to the needs of users will be one of the key strategies for 2025. Responding to both daily and long-term rental demands with hybrid models will provide a competitive advantage in the sector."
4. Regional Demand Growth
"We expect the demand for car rental to increase in 2025, especially in touristic areas and city centers. We aim to expand our locations in these regions and offer more accessible services to our users."
Investment Opportunities in the Sector
Zafer Salman evaluates the investment opportunities in the sector for 2025 as follows:
"Investors' interest in the sector continues. The entry of new brands into the market and the expansion strategies of existing brands are indicative of the confidence in the sector. In 2025, car rental will remain an attractive option for both individual and corporate users for sustainable growth."
Advice from Zafer Salman for 2025
- Discover the electric vehicle experience." Salman emphasizes that these vehicles are an ideal option for environmentally friendly travel.
- "Plan early." He emphasizes the importance of early booking for wider vehicle options and advantageous prices.
- "Follow the campaigns." With RentiCar's special campaigns for 2025, users will have the opportunity to travel more economically.
Zafer Salman says, "The last quarter of 2024 shows us not only the closing of the year but also the trends that shape the future of the industry. As RentiCar, we will continue to lead the sector by focusing on innovation and customer satisfaction."
