07-08-2025
Hertz beats Wall St after rolling out controversial dystopian damage scanner
Hertz reported its latest earnings on Thursday morning, as it expands a controversial damage scanner that has triggered a wave of consumer complaints.
The company posted a $294 million loss while raking in $2.18 billion in revenue. Wall Street expected revenue of $2.16 billion.
Hertz is under fire for rolling out vehicle-scanning technology that renters say has led to surprise damage fees for minor or nonexistent dings.
Multiple drivers have told the Daily Mail they've received surprise fees of $130 to $935 after driving their vehicles through the company's damage detectors.
None of the drivers have agreed with the charges. Hertz says that a majority of its scanned renters are not charged by the system.
Executives are expected to address the growing backlash on a conference call scheduled for 9AM.
