Questions and answers

What is a franchise?

A franchise agreement gives you the right to act legally using a company's brand name and established business model.

What are the advantages to owning a franchise?

As a franchise, you can work independently and also have the support and recognition of a franchise brand. The franchise business helps with rapid expansion, lower investment, lower on-going expenses and marketing advantages.

What are the benefits of joining the CARWIZ rent a car network?

• Brand value
• Ready to go package, including rental software, customized website, and promo materials
• Extensive Support Services
• Master franchise rights for a defined region
• Access to broker contracts with centralized XML links
• Direct customers via the CARWIZ and country-specific websites
• On-site visits with operations support
• On-site start-up assistance
  
  

What is the process?

Usually, it takes between 30 and 60 days to complete the approval process and complete the legal documentation to begin operations. Below is a detailed overview of the process:

• Fill out the Franchise Inquiry Form and submit it to the franchise sales team
• Once received, your completed application will be sent to our credit department for verification.
• Then you will be invited to visit our headquarters in Zagreb, Croatia, to attend a discovery day. You are meeting members of different departments on this day
• and you have the opportunity to ask questions.
• A term letter will be issued outlining the details of your franchise agreement.
• You will receive a franchise disclosure document that provides more detailed information about our franchise opportunity.
• A license agreement that needs to be signed will be sent to you. Upon receipt, you will be responsible for paying your initial franchise fee.
  
  

What training will I receive?

Our goal is that all new locations are on the fastest path to profitability. CARWIZ rent a car contains all the information you need to open a successful CARWIZ rent a car business.

How long is the master franchise contract?

The contract is long-term with the option of extension (subject to development targets).

Is the franchise exclusive?

Yes, a defined area is defined in the contract and is exclusive to the successful franchise.

What is the initial investment?

The initial investment depends on the size of the market, fleet requirements and the cost of doing business in your area.

How much will it cost?

Depending on the area, development potential and current market conditions, we offer you fair financial terms for the additional reservations, sales and all added value provided by us. Please note that there are no franchise fees for your existing business. You only have to pay for the plus generated by us.

What obligations do I have if I become a CARWIZ rent a car franchisee?

The main obligations of the agreement are:

• A multi-year development plan
• Delivery standards
• Minimum fleet and key positions
• Monthly fee declarations
• Image standards
• Reporting on key performance indicators
  
  

What is CARWIZ rent a car looking for when seeking new partners?

We are not only looking for innovative car rental companies but also entrepreneurs who want to achieve new goals and expand their business.

Are there restrictions on the type of vehicles I'm allowed to have in my rental fleet?

There are no specific vehicle make or model requirements, except that all vehicles must not be older than 3 years and have less than 120,000 km.

Am I required to have insurance on the vehicles?

Yes. You must have a state minimum liability coverage for all vehicles in your rental fleet.

How do I apply?

Please send a short email to franchise@carwiz.rent with all your contact details, company name and country of interest or fill in the enquiry form bellow. We will then contact you with next steps and requests for additional information. The typical timeline from receipt of the application and, if successful, to the launch of your franchise is two months.