The term "car rental and leasing" describes the business that offers consumers automobiles for either long-term or short-term leases. While rentals might vary from one day to several months, leases usually have a two- to four-year term. People who require a car for a short time, including those who are travelling for work or pleasure, frequently rent cars. However, those who like to drive a new car but cannot afford to pay a large upfront fee for a car purchase frequently choose car leasing.
Qatar Car Rental and Leasing Market Driving Factors and Challenges
The market is experiencing substantial growth, driven primarily by a flourishing travel and tourism industry in the country. A significant number of tourists opt for car rental services, enhancing their travel convenience during vacations. The surge in foreign tourist arrivals stands out as a key driver for the regional car rental market. Notably, over half of the population falls within the 15-64 age group, representing a youthful demographic highly inclined towards embracing new technologies and social media. The dynamic preferences of this demographic, shaped by extensive internet and social media usage, are reshaping the automotive landscape, with a preference for car rentals over ownership.
Urbanization is playing a pivotal role in fostering the online rental market, and continuous technological advancements in vehicle rental management systems are poised to further propel market growth. The burgeoning demand for online car rental services, coupled with the upward trajectory in tourism, is a significant market booster. Smartphone-based car rental apps are making a noteworthy contribution, capturing a substantial customer base in this digitally connected era. The high penetration of internet services sets the stage for a thriving online car rental market. Cities like Doha are witnessing tourism sector growth, positively impacting the overall car rental market. Government initiatives to attract tourism are expected to contribute significantly to the market's upward trajectory, making these factors the driving forces behind the burgeoning car rental market in the region.
As regular taxi companies located in Qatar work to expand their cab units and fulfil the growing demand for additional public transportation, the organised vehicle rental and leasing business faces a serious challenge. As a result, there are now more illicit cabs operating throughout the nation. The rise of ride-sharing services has resulted in a decline in the population of vehicle owners. As a result, more consumers opted for on-demand mobility rather than buying or renting a car, changing consumer preferences. Ride-sharing services are typically supported by modern technology, which makes it easy for users to plan and pay for trips. Due to the need for car leasing and rental companies to adopt similar technologies in order to remain competitive, this has hampered the market's growth.
Impact of COVID-19 on Qatar Car Rental and Leasing Market
Due to extensive travel restrictions and lockdowns during the epidemic, the market for car rentals and leases saw a dramatic drop, which forced rental companies to sell off a sizable amount of their fleets. Long-term lease demand was impacted by the steep fall in leisure travel as customers cancelled or postponed their plans. Notwithstanding these difficulties, businesses adjusted by putting strict cleaning and safety procedures in place to safeguard both staff and clients. There was also a trend towards short-term rentals. Businesses gave digital transformation top priority and made investments in contactless payment methods and online reservation systems in order to maintain market growth both during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Qatar Car Rental and Leasing Market Key Players:
The market study provides market data by competitive landscape, revenue analysis, market segments and detailed analysis of key market players such as; Al- Mulla, Al Saad Rent A Car Co.W.L.L, Al Sayer, Auto rent, Avis Corporation Regency, City Car, Europcar, Fast Rent A Car, Hertz Corporation, Market Rent- A- Car, Q motor, Sixt, Uber, Others.
Qatar Car Rental and Leasing Market Segmentation:
By Rental Type: Based on the Rental Type, Qatar Car Rental and Leasing Market is segmented as; Business Rental, Chauffeur Drive, Self-Driving, Special Events.
By Services Type: Based on the Services Type, Qatar Car Rental and Leasing Market is segmented as; Airport Transfers, Interstate Services, Intrastate Services.
By Mode of Booking: Based on the Mode of Booking, Qatar Car Rental and Leasing Market is segmented as; Offline Bookings, Online Bookings (App-based car rental services, Telephonic car rental services, Web-Based Car Rental Services).
By Vehicle Type: Based on the Vehicle Type, Qatar Car Rental and Leasing Market is segmented as; Luxury Cars, Executive Cars, Economy Cars, Sports Utility Vehicles, Multi Utility Vehicles.
By Region: This research also includes data for Eastern Region, Southern Region, Western Region, Northern Region.
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.