The Cypriot authorities is stepping in to assist drivers impacted by the Takata airbag recall by arranging discounted rental automobiles and free public transport passes for these whose automobiles have been immobilized.
In line with Konstantinos Kontos, president of the Cyprus Affiliation of Automobile Rental Homeowners, the Ministry of Transport has requested rental firms to offer automobiles at lowered charges to affected drivers. Nonetheless, rental companies are additionally urging the state to cowl a part of the price, arguing that the monetary burden mustn’t fall solely on shoppers or rental firms.
“The price of long-term leases is simply too excessive for a lot of middle- and low-income drivers,” Kontos stated, noting that whereas rental firms are keen to supply reductions, costs will inevitably rise because the vacationer season approaches. “Even at a reduction, the price may be important. We’re suggesting the state step in to assist cowl a part of the expense.”
Rental firms are prepared to help. Some companies might see a good portion of their fleet affected by the recall, notably smaller companies that depend on secondhand automobiles.
Bigger firms, which generally purchase new automobiles with European security approvals, are anticipated to be impacted much less.
