Andersen, a renowned transportation software development company, has unveiled a state-of-the-art digital platform created for Europcar. This famous car rental company aims to provide users with seamless and convenient services. With rental stations available in 140 countries and a vast fleet of vehicles, it is setting new standards in the industry.   

The customer set a goal to digitize their local car rental business; and to achieve their vision, they partnered with Andersen. Over the course of 36 months, a team of highly skilled professionals developed a web admin component and a cross-platform mobile application for both iOS and Android systems. Thus, the platform addresses the needs of various user groups and is easily accessible on a variety of devices.   

Drawing on their comprehensive understanding of the industry's distinct challenges and requirements, Andersen's team has a formidable reputation for delivering groundbreaking transportation solutions tailored to the needs of businesses in this sector. Their extensive expertise in crafting robust and adaptable applications guarantees that Europcar's platform not only meets but surpasses the benchmarks set by the industry.   The innovative product offers users an array of features, empowering them to rent a car instantly or make advance bookings. With convenient filtering options, they can easily browse and select vehicles based on various parameters such as class, cost, size, fuel type, and location. The user-friendly interface ensures a hassle-free experience, streamlining the entire car rental process. The solution significantly reduces the likelihood of human-caused errors, delivering a comfortable and error-free experience.  

Key highlights of the Europcar platform include:  

• Mobile app

The cross-platform mobile application provides users with a range of functionalities, including user management, keyless access to cars, and the possibility to leave feedback.   

• Management panel

The comprehensive management panel empowers Europcar to efficiently manage customers, rental stations, tasks, analytics, employees, and rental procedures, among other essential features.  

• Third-party integration

The platform seamlessly integrates with third-party components such as AWS for cloud solutions, the Stripe payment system for secure online transactions, CSM devices for remote control, and Helpshift for seamless communication with customers and access to frequently asked questions.  

• Analytics

As any responsible business, Europcar sees clients as one of its top priorities. Therefore, the company collects feedback and analyzes it to implement the necessary changes in product updates.   

Andersen's IT experts meticulously crafted the technical requirements and design for the project, ensuring the platform's adaptability to growing client demands. As the customer base and the number of vehicles available for rental are constantly growing, it’s vitally important to employ the latest technologies to achieve optimal results. The company’s professionals have chosen the most appropriate tools to carry out the project.    Powered by cutting-edge technologies such as React Native, React.js, Node.js, and AWS, the digital platform is built upon a robust and well-architected serverless app. The seamless integration of AWS services ensures unparalleled performance and scalability.  

The success of this digital platform has attracted the attention of Europe's largest rental car companies, with one of them gaining the app as a white-label solution. This recognition further solidifies Europcar's position as an industry leader, setting the benchmark for innovation and customer-centric car rental services.   This pioneering digital platform marks a paradigm shift in the car rental industry, offering customers impeccable user experience and reliability. With its advanced features, seamless integration, and exceptional performance, it is poised to shape the future of car rentals on a global scale.