The term "car rental" describes the procedure of short-term car rental from a car rental firm or agency. For a certain time, ranging from a few hours to several days or weeks, it gives people or businesses access to a car. Customers who use automobile rental services often have a variety of vehicle options to select from, ranging from economical cars to luxury cars, depending on their unique requirements and preferences. For a variety of reasons, such as work travels, vacations, or when one's own vehicle is not available, renting a car offers a flexible and practical transportation solution. It provides transportation without the ongoing commitment and obligations of car ownership.

China is the second-largest market for automobile rentals in the world, mostly due to foreign investments in the industry, strategic alliances with local firms and dealers, and fleet capacity increase. In the forecasted years, the demand from the working-age population will increase, and the tourism and travel industry will continue to grow and contribute to this growth. More chances have emerged for new category entrants as a result of the internet's rapid development and technological advancements. The automobile rental market has become more desirable as a result of P2P, clean-tech, and time-sharing car rentals, and new small and medium-sized businesses are attempting to enter the market. The expansion of the Chinese automobile rental market is anticipated to be attributed to an increase in travel expenses brought on by improved economic conditions, an increase in air travel frequency, and a rise in the number of foreign tourists visiting China. The expansion of the China automobile rental market in the coming years will be attributed to rising corporate demand, rising domestic and foreign tourists, and rising demand for car sharing.

However there are several challenges that limit the expansion of car rental market in China. The car rental industry in China has a number of difficulties. Operational challenges are brought on by regulatory complexity and regionally diverse rules. Price wars between domestic and foreign competitors may result from intense competition, which will affect profit margins. Managing car fleets, paying for upkeep, and dealing with depreciation are constant issues. The demand for convenience and flexibility is increasing as consumer preferences change, forcing automobile rental companies to quickly adapt. To remain competitive in this fast-moving and always changing industry, technological developments and the promotion of environmentally friendly vehicles both require ongoing investment.

The car rental industry in China was significantly impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak. There was a significant drop in demand for rental services as a result of the rigorous lockdowns, travel restrictions, and decreased tourism. Due to the growing use of remote work, corporate travel and international tourism have considerably declined, placing financial burden on rental companies due to a decline in bookings. In order to adjust, the sector implemented strict safety regulations and changed its focus to long-term rentals and regional tourism. As the pandemic situation improved, the market started to recover, but the industry is still impacted by the long-term consequences on customer preferences and travel habits. In the post-pandemic world, car rental businesses are placing more and more emphasis on digital solutions and contactless services.

The market study provides market data by competitive landscape, revenue analysis, market segments and detailed analysis of key market players such as; Avis Budget Group Inc., Beijing Shouqi Group Corp., CAR Inc., eHi Car Services Ltd., Shanghai Bashi Industrial (Group) Co Ltd., Shanghai Jinjiang Holdings Co Ltd., Shenzhen TopOne Car Rental Co Ltd., Yongda Group, Others.

By Car Type: Based on the Car Type, China Car Rental Market is segmented as; Economy car, Executive car, Luxury car, Multi utility vehicle (MUV) car, Sports utility vehicle (SUV) car.

By Application: Based on the Application, China Car Rental Market is segmented as; Business, Leisure/Tourism.

By Booking Type: Based on the Booking Type, China Car Rental Market is segmented as; Offline Access, Online Access.

By End-User Type: Based on the End-User Type, China Car Rental Market is segmented as; Chauffer Driven, Self-Driven.

By Region: This research also includes data for Beijing, Changsha, Hangzhou, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Others.

This study also encompasses various drivers and restraining factors of this market for the forecast period. Various growth opportunities are also discussed in the report.