The Car Rental Database System provides the following features to effectively manage the operations of a car rental business:
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Vehicle Management
- Track detailed information about each vehicle, including make, model, year, mileage, and status.
- Categorize vehicles by type (e.g., SUV, Sedan, Truck) and manage their fuel types.
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Customer Management
- Store comprehensive customer profiles including personal details and contact information.
- Maintain a history of all interactions and rentals associated with each customer.
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Rental Booking System
- Manage the booking process from start to finish, including start and end dates, pickup and drop-off locations, and total rental amounts.
- Ensure that only available vehicles are booked and prevent double-booking.
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Financial Transactions
- Record all financial transactions related to vehicle rentals, including payments and refunds.
- Support multiple payment methods such as credit cards, cash, and digital payments.
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Vehicle Maintenance Tracking
- Log all maintenance activities performed on each vehicle, including costs and dates.
- Keep vehicles in optimal condition by scheduling regular maintenance and tracking repair history.
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Vehicle Return Process
- Handle the return of vehicles, capturing the return date, mileage, and any additional charges.
- Automatically update the vehicle’s status upon return and trigger maintenance if required.
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Reporting and Insights
- Generate reports on vehicle utilization, customer history, financial performance, and maintenance records.
- Analyze data to improve decision-making and optimize operations.
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Compliance and Record-Keeping
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements by maintaining accurate records of all transactions, vehicle conditions, and customer details.
- Safeguard data integrity and security to protect sensitive information.
These features collectively support the efficient operation of a car rental business, helping to manage assets, serve customers, and maintain profitability.