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Hubtiger Expands Services with New Long-Term Rental Feature for Bike Shops

Posted on in Business News , Cycles News

HubtigerHubtiger, ACT's cloud-based repair and rental management software partner, announces an expansion of its services with the release of a new feature: Long-Term Rentals.

With the addition of long-term rentals to its feature suite, bike shops can now effortlessly cater to a broader spectrum of customers and open doors to new revenue streams. Whether you specialise in road bikes, mountain bikes, e-bikes, or cycling accessories, this addition is designed to streamline your rental operations, foster customer loyalty, and allow you to focus on business growth, eliminating the complexities of day-to-day rental management.

What Bike Shops Can Look Forward to with Hubtiger’s Long-Term Rentals:

 

Effortless Long-term Rental Management

Centralised rental reservations, fleet tracking, and communication processes for a complete overview of your rental operations.

 

Extended Rental Duration

Expansions on usual hourly or daily rental models. This offers the flexibility to adjust rental durations, modify prices based on rental duration and equipment type, provide special rates for extended bookings, and amend pricing during peak demand periods.

 

Custom Pricing

Beyond the flexibility of setting rental durations, bike shops can also establish competitive pricing structures, allowing them to attract longer rental commitments while ensuring profitability.

 

Subscription-Based Payments

Accommodate long-term commitments with a subscription-based payment model. This feature provides customers with the convenience of setting up recurring payments, whether on a weekly, monthly, or custom schedule.

 

To learn more about Hubtiger and take advantage of exclusive ACT discounts, click here.

 

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