Rental Car Agencies Embrace AI for Damage Detection
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Summary
Rental car agencies like Hertz are utilizing AI and high-resolution imaging for damage detection, leading to increased scrutiny on even minor blemishes and customer dissatisfaction.
Key quotes
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Powerful new A.I.-driven tools are helping Hertz and other companies catch every little scratch, and puzzled renters are being asked to pay up.
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