Following the post-pandemic volatility, the industry has begun to stabilize. While U.S. rental prices saw a slight year-over-year dip of 4.8% by early 2026, experts anticipate seasonal price increases, especially around peak holiday periods.
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: Supply chains have largely recovered, meaning you are less likely to face the "no cars available" crisis of previous years. : While EV adoption faces some infrastructure challenges,
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: AI tools and digital check-ins are becoming standard, aimed at reducing the notoriously long wait times at rental counters.
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