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Drivalia acquires the operations of ALD Automotive in Ireland and Norway and those of Leaseplan in Finland and the Czech Republic

  • Following approval from the European Commission, the CA Auto Bank group company acquires operations in the 4 European markets, involving a total of 70,000 vehicles and approximately 430 employees.
  • This brings to 13 the total number of markets for Drivalia, which is already operational in Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Greece, Belgium, the Netherlands and Denmark.
  • Initially, Drivalia’s offerings in the new 4 markets will focus on long-term rentals (LTR). However, the company has plans to introduce a comprehensive range of mobility solutions in the future, such as electric car sharing, car subscriptions, and rentals of all durations.
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Turin, August 3, 2023

 

Drivalia’s mobility takes a significant step forward in its European growth process. Following approval from the European Commission, the CA Auto Bank Group’s rental and mobility company has officially completed the acquisition of ALD Automotive’s operations in Norway and Ireland, as well as that of Leaseplan’s operations in the Czech Republic and Finland, for a total of 70,000 vehicles and approximately 430 employees.

This strategic move allows Drivalia to establish a stronger presence in Europe, thanks to the four new markets, which bring the total number of countries in which the company operates to 13. The company will ensure continuity of service in these regions, as the new subsidiaries will be led by Dag Fraurud in Norway, David Wilkinson in Ireland, Martin Brix in the Czech Republic, and Petteri Pihlas in Finland.

 

Initially, Drivalia’s offerings in these four countries will focus on long-term rentals. However, the company has ambitious plans for the future as it gradually expands its services to include the full spectrum of solutions from Drivalia’s “Planet Mobility”, such as electric car sharing, car subscriptions and rentals of all durations. After the rebranding process is completed, the newly acquired subsidiaries will be integrated into Crédit Agricole group, the 10th largest bank in the world serving over 53 million customers across 46 countries.

“We are delighted and proud to welcome all the new teams to our big family. These acquisitions mark a turning point for Drivalia’s project in Europe. With the launch of new subsidiaries in Ireland, Norway, Finland, and the Czech Republic, we are moving ever closer to our goal of becoming a top pan-European player in the mobility of tomorrow”, says Giacomo Carelli, CEO of CA Auto Bank and Chairman of Drivalia. “We will work to firm up and improve the quality of services offered and the level of satisfaction of current customers, thanks to the union of the great know-how of the new teams and ours. Our strategy, based on our nature as an independent and multi-brand operator in a group with almost one century of automotive experience, enables us to offer the best mobility solutions available on the market” says Paolo Manfreddi, CEO of Drivalia.

CA Auto Bank S.p.A.

CA Auto Bank is a universal bank, wholly owned by Crédit Agricole Consumer Finance, which operates as an independent and multi-brand player in the vehicle financing and leasing and in the mobility sector. CA Auto Bank provides a complete range of credit and rental solutions and insurance services. Loan, lease and rental and mobility financing products provided by CA Auto Bank are specifically designed for the sale networks, for private customers and corporate fleets. CA Auto Bank has a presence in 17 European countries (Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom) and in Morocco, directly or through branches, with a total of over 1,900 employees.

 

Through Drivalia, CA Auto Bank’s rental and mobility company, the Bank provides a full range of mobility solutions, from electric car sharing to innovative car subscriptions and rental for all durations. Drivalia deals with mobility in all its facets, providing innovative mobility plans that combine flexibility, digital use, on-demand approach and sustainability. In June 2019, the company launched the Mobility Stores, physical outlets where customers can access all of the company’s mobility services. With the opening of the first totally electrified Mobility Store in Torino Caselle airport in 2020, followed by many others, Drivalia has become a key operator also in sustainable mobility. In fact, thanks to the over 1,600 charging stations installed in all the Stores, Drivalia has Italy’s largest private electrified network. In 2023, the electrification project will continue also in the European countries in which Drivalia operates.

 

For more information:

www.ca-autobank.com

www.drivalia.com

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Drivalia is enlarging its footprint in Madrid by opening four new Mobility Stores

  • Drivalia, a CA Auto Bank Group company, emphasizes its commitment to the Spanish capital with the opening of four new Stores.
  • These new Stores, located in Leganés, Aranjuez, Alcobendas, and Chamartín, are in addition to the one already operational in Atocha.
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Madrid, 26 June 2023

 

Drivalia, a CA Auto Bank Group company specializing in sustainable mobility solutions, will open four new Mobility Stores in Madrid, in addition to the one already operational near the Atocha station. The new locations will be Leganés, Aranjuez, Chamartín, and Alcobendas, which will be equipped with electric charging stations to enable customers to power their cars at no extra cost.

Antonio Elia, Country Manager of Drivalia, said “With Drivalia, we are working to democratize green and sustainable mobility. To achieve this goal, we aim to be close to customers, establishing differentiated locations to attract various types of consumers through a widespread presence across the geographical area of reference. Currently, most of our stores are located in train stations and airports, where tourists are predominant. However, as we implement our plans to reach 50 Mobility Stores by the end of 2023, openings in urban areas are becoming increasingly important”. In fact, of the four new locations, only the Chamartín store will be near the train station, while the others will be strategically placed in different areas of the cities.

The Alcobendas store, located at the company’s headquarters in Spain, will serve as the flagship store and will be directly owned and operated by the company. The other locations will be operated by partners under collaboration arrangements.

 

All Drivalia outlets are based on the Planet Mobility concept, offering a full range of mobility services that cater to the evolving habits of users who increasingly seek on-demand and flexible alternatives to meet their diverse needs. In addition to traditional solutions, which include leases and rentals of any duration, Drivalia also provides innovative options, such as CarCloud, a car subscription service. Through the payment of a monthly fee that covers all vehicle-related costs (insurance, assistance, taxes), customers enjoy the flexibility associated with a car that they can return when no longer needed or switch to another model if their requirements change. This alternative aligns with the growing consumer preference for vehicle use over ownership. This trend is substantiated by data, as registrations of leased vehicles experienced a notable 60% growth, to 73,888 units, in the first quarter of 2023 (source: Spanish Vehicle Rental Association – AER).

 

The Company’s commitment to green mobility is evident in its projected data and forecasts. Regarding charging stations, all Drivalia stores will provide facilities for customers to charge their electric vehicles, with each Mobility Store featuring 2 to 10 charging stations. The company’s target is to have 100 operational charging points by 2023, a number expected to increase fourfold, to 400, by 2026. Additionally, Drivalia plans to expand its fleet to 9,000 units by the end of this year and 20,000 by 2026, with 80% of the total expected progressively to be made up of zero- or low-emission vehicles.

CA Auto Bank S.p.A.

CA Auto Bank is a universal bank, wholly owned by Crédit Agricole Consumer Finance, which operates as an independent and multi-brand player in the vehicle financing and leasing and in the mobility sector. CA Auto Bank provides a complete range of credit and rental solutions and insurance services. Loan, lease and rental and mobility financing products provided by CA Auto Bank are specifically designed for the sale networks, for private customers and corporate fleets. CA Auto Bank has a presence in 17 European countries (Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom) and in Morocco, directly or through branches, with a total of over 1,900 employees.

 

Through Drivalia, CA Auto Bank’s rental and mobility company, the Bank provides a full range of mobility solutions, from electric car sharing to innovative car subscriptions and rental for all durations. Drivalia deals with mobility in all its facets, providing innovative mobility plans that combine flexibility, digital use, on-demand approach and sustainability. In June 2019, the company launched the Mobility Stores, physical outlets where customers can access all of the company’s mobility services. With the opening of the first totally electrified Mobility Store in Torino Caselle airport in 2020, followed by many others, Drivalia has become a key operator also in sustainable mobility. In fact, thanks to the over 1,600 charging stations installed in all the Stores, Drivalia has Italy’s largest private electrified network. In 2023, the electrification project will continue also in the European countries in which Drivalia operates.

For more information:

www.ca-autobank.com

www.drivalia.com

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CA Auto Bank and Drivalia take part in Automobile Barcelona

  • The Bank and its subsidiary will attend for the first time the International Show, organized by Fira de Barcelona and focused on electrified vehicles.
  • At the 150-square-meter stand, where a DR 1.0 EV and a New Fiat 500 electric car will be on display, the two companies will showcase their financial and mobility solutions designed to make zero- and low-emission vehicles increasingly
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Barcelona, 10 May 2023

 

CA Auto Bank and its subsidiary Drivalia strengthen their international presence by participating in Automobile Barcelona, the international car show organized every two years by Fira de Barcelona. The 2023 edition, which will be open to the public from May 13 to 21 at the Montjuïc venue, will focus on electrified vehicles and see numerous brands showcase their latest hybrid and electric models.

The Bank, a subsidiary of Crédit Agricole Consumer Finance, and its leasing and mobility rental company are participating for the first time in the prestigious Show, the only one in Spain with international recognition from OICA (Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles).

 

The two companies will have their own 150-square-meter stand, where a DR 1.0 EV and a New Fiat 500 electric car will be on display. Automobile Barcelona will be an opportunity for CA Auto Bank and Drivalia to illustrate their financial and mobility solutions, designed to make access to zero- and low-emission vehicles increasingly democratic and affordable for everyone.

CA Auto Bank S.p.A.

CA Auto Bank is a universal bank, wholly owned by Crédit Agricole Consumer Finance, which operates as an independent and multi-brand player in the vehicle financing and leasing and in the mobility sector. CA Auto Bank provides a complete range of credit and rental solutions and insurance services. Loan, lease and rental and mobility financing products provided by CA Auto Bank are specifically designed for the sale networks, for private customers and corporate fleets. CA Auto Bank has a presence in 17 European countries (Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom) and in Morocco, directly or through branches, with a total of over 1,900 employees.

 

Through Drivalia, CA Auto Bank’s rental and mobility company, the Bank provides a full range of mobility solutions, from electric car sharing to innovative car subscriptions and rental for all durations. Drivalia deals with mobility in all its facets, providing innovative mobility plans that combine flexibility, digital use, on-demand approach and sustainability. In June 2019, the company launched the Mobility Stores, physical outlets where customers can access all of the company’s mobility services. With the opening of the first totally electrified Mobility Store in Torino Caselle airport in 2020, followed by many others, Drivalia has become a key operator also in sustainable mobility. In fact, thanks to the over 1,600 charging stations installed in all the Stores, Drivalia has Italy’s largest private electrified network. In 2023, the electrification project will continue also in the European countries in which Drivalia operates.

 

For more information:

www.ca-autobank.com

www.drivalia.com

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Drivalia chooses Malaga as strategic hub for expansion in Spain

  • The leasing, renting and mobility solutions company of the CA Auto Bank Group reinforces its expansion in Spain by opening its new strategic hub at Malaga – Costa del Sol airport.
  • It will count on Myca of Grupo Nieto as its partner, taking advantage of the local company’s extensive experience and historical presence in the territory.
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Madrid, 21 February 2023

 

Drivalia, an FCA Auto Bank Group company specialising in comprehensive mobility solutions, is strengthening its expansion in Spain with the opening of a new Drivalia Mobility Store in Malaga, specifically at Malaga – Costa del Sol Airport, a strategic hub for the Company’s service offering.

Drivalia’s Planet Mobility arrives in the Andalusian city to bring its modern concept of mobility, based on comfort and ease of use, and also strongly focused on sustainability, to customers in Malaga. The car rental service will encourage the use and choice of vehicles with a low impact on the environment, as 80% of available models will be plug-in hybrids.

 

Drivalia’s new location will boast a square footage of 1,100 m2 housing a fleet of 1,000 cars, mostly plug-in hybrids, and will be equipped with 6 charging stations. This is in line with the objectives of the company, which already has, at the national level, 30% of its fleet made up of vehicles with a low environmental impact. The goal for 2025 is for this figure to rise to 50%, bringing users closer to the possibility of benefiting from new ways of using and enjoying motor vehicles, through alternatives to traditional ownership that can be adapted to the needs of each customer, always with a strong focus on sustainability.

On the other hand, Drivalia will count on its strategic alliance with Myca, a company of Grupo Nieto, as their partner for the development of the service in Malaga, a company with excellent knowledge of the vehicle and motorhome rental market thanks to its 20 years of experience. “Bringing Drivalia’s new forms of mobility to all parts of Spain is part of the company’s DNA. To achieve this, it is essential to surround ourselves with the best, and that is why we are relying on Myca as a partner to provide better solutions to different customers in Malaga combining flexibility and an on-demand approach”, says Antonio Elia, Company Manager of Drivalia in Spain.

 

“This alliance with Drivalia reinforces our commitment and strategic positioning as a company aware of the new needs and concerns of users, especially the new concern about vehicles powered by renewable energy sources and their impact on the environment”, says Luis Antonio López Rodriguez de Hinojosa, Director of the Pay-Per-Use Unit of Grupo Nieto Automocion.

 

Drivalia’s commitment to the city of Malaga is based on sustainable development plans for its mobility, as can be seen in the creation of the Malaga Area Metropolitan Transport Plan, promoted by the city council and the Andalusian Regional Government. This plan seeks to reduce dependence on the use of privately-owned cars in favour of other alternatives that promote the circular economy and help make Europe the first climate-neutral continent by 2050.

 

Furthermore, last year the Andalusian city welcomed 18.4 million passengers arriving at Malaga – Costa del Sol airport, with 15.1 million coming from abroad, 69% of them motivated by the leisure options offered by the city (source: AENA Statistical Report).

CA Auto Bank

CA Auto Bank S.p.A. is a bank mainly dedicated to car financing and the mobility sector. CA Auto Bank S.p.A. offers financial products to support the sales of prestigious car brands in Italy and Europe. Loan, lease, rental and mobility financing products offered by CA Auto Bank S.p.A. are specifically designed for sales networks, private customers and corporate fleets. CA Auto Bank S.p.A. is present in 17 European countries and in Morocco, both directly and through branches. By 30 June 2022, CA Auto Bank was managing a loan and lease portfolio of approximately €25.8 billion.

 

Through Drivalia, specialised in rental and subscription solutions, the bank offers a complete and innovative system of mobility services. Drivalia has launched the first car subscription in Italy: CarCloud. In June 2019, the company inaugurated its network of Mobility Stores, physical points of sale where customers can access all mobility services offered by the company. With the launch of the first fully electrified Mobility Store at Torino Caselle Airport in 2020, followed by many others, Drivalia has become a benchmark operator in sustainable mobility: with over 1,600 charging stations installed in all shops, it has Italy’s largest private electrified network. In 2022 and 2023, the electrification project will continue in the European countries where Drivalia operates.

 

Myca

Myca is an innovative mobility solution adapted to modern reality, the environment and changing circumstances. Myca was created with the aim of providing maximum flexibility to all drivers: the self-employed, those who are part of a company or individual drivers, offering them a truly effective and practical alternative to meet their mobility needs, whether it is a 1-day rental car or a flexible 3 or 4-year lease.

 

For more information:

www.fcabankgroup.com

www.drivalia.com

 

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Drivalia's Planet Mobility lands at Fitur

    • Drivalia’s offering includes a wide range of flexible solutions tailored to the various mobility needs.
    • Drivalia, the new rental and mobility company of the CA Auto Bank Group, will have a 50 m2 stand that replicates one of the Drivalia Mobility Stores located in Spain’s main airports and railway stations.
    • During 2023, Drivalia will expand its operations in the main Spanish cities.
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Madrid, 18 January 2023

 

After its presentation at the Mondial de l’Auto Paris, Drivalia further enhances its international standing by participating in the 43rd edition of Fitur, the world’s most important event for the tourism sector, held in Madrid from 18 to 21 January at IFEMA. The fair brings together the biggest operators and brands in the tourism sector from all over the world.

Drivalia’s services range from car rental to car sharing and electric mobility. The company provides a full range of mobility solutions, designed for all needs, and offering a more efficient travel experience thanks to its specialized consultants.

 

With its participation at Fitur, Drivalia intends to play a larger role as an international mobility operator, by establishing a stronghold in the tourism and travel sector. Antonio Elia, Drivalia’s Spain Country Manager, emphasizes that “We want to continue to expand Drivalia’s footprint and become one of the main players in new mobility, providing a full range of innovative plans that combine flexibility, digital fruition, on-demand approach and sustainability, also for the tourism sector, one of the main growth drivers for many European economies“. The company pays special attention to green mobility: from car subscriptions with CarCloud to car sharing or rentals of any duration. This is why 30% of Drivalia’s fleet consists of electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, with such proportion expected to rise to 50% by 2025.

Drivalia’s Planet Mobility is at stand 8A27, a 50 m2 area set up to replicate one of the Mobility Stores in Spain. By the end of this year, the company plans to have 60 stores in railway stations, airports and in the main Spanish cities. The increase in physical outlets has begun in Malaga, where a new Mobility Store has just been opened at Malaga Airport – Costa del Sol.

CA Auto Bank

CA Auto Bank is a bank engaging mainly in car and mobility financing. CA Auto Bank S.p.A. provides financial products to support the sales of prestigious car brands in Italy and in Europe. Loan, lease and rental and mobility financing products provided by CA Auto Bank are specifically designed for the sale networks, for private customers and corporate fleets. CA Auto Bank has a presence in 17 European countries and in Morocco, directly or through branches. At June 30, 2022 CA Auto Bank had a loan and lease portfolio of approximately €25.8 billion.

 

CA Auto Bank is a bank engaging mainly in car and mobility financing. CA Auto Bank S.p.A. provides financial products to support the sales of prestigious car brands in Italy and in Europe. Loan, lease and rental and mobility financing products provided by CA Auto Bank are specifically designed for the sale networks, for private customers and corporate fleets. CA Auto Bank has a presence in 17 European countries and in Morocco, directly or through branches. At June 30, 2022 CA Auto Bank had a loan and lease portfolio of approximately €25.8 billion. 

 

Through Drivalia, which specializes in rental and subscription solutions, the Bank provides a comprehensive and innovative system of mobility services. Drivalia launched CarCloud, the first car subscription service in Italy. In June 2019, the company launched the Mobility Stores, physical outlets where customers can access al of the company’s mobility services.  With the launch of the first totally electrified Mobility Store in Torino Caselle airport in 2020, followed by many others, Drivalia has become a key operator also in sustainable mobility. In fact, thanks to the over 1,600 charging stations installed in all the Stores, Drivalia has Italy’s largest private electrified network. In 2022 and 2023, the electrification project will continue also in the European countries in which Drivalia operates.

 

For more information:

www.fcabankgroup.com

www.drivalia.com

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