...Lotus Car Rental Alternative Fuel Proposal Joshua Maldonado and John Elias COMM/215 September 3, 2013 Vincent Palmieri Lotus Car Rental Alternative Fuel Proposal Combustion engine vehicles have come a long way, especially since conventional vehicles are reaching upwards of 30 miles per gallon. Conventional vehicles have only grown more reliable over the past few decades, and continue to improve with each passing year. Due to these advancements, many would agree that there is no reason to switch over to new alternative fuel vehicles. However, Lotus Car Rental should add 100 alternative fuel vehicles to its fleet, placing 50 vehicles in Boston, MA and 50 vehicles in Los Angeles, CA. in order to maximize profit. Alternative Vehicles There are many types of alternative fuel vehicles to choose from such as ethanol flex-fuel, electric, and hybrid vehicles. In addition to regular gasoline, flex-fuel vehicles operate on E85, which is a mix of gas and ethanol. The ethanol levels of E85 range between 51% and 83% (Clean Cities, 2013). The miles per gallon are decreased when flex-fuel vehicles utilize E85 rather than regular gasoline, due to ethanol containing less energy than gasoline (Clean Cities, 2013). Regardless of this fact, many individuals power these vehicles with E85 because it is a high-octane fuel (Clean Cities, 2013). The high octane increases the vehicles power and performance, ultimately giving the driver a better driving experience. Electric vehicles use batteries...
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...Lotus Rental Car's Auto Fleet Lotus Rental Car's Auto Fleet Alternative fuel vehicles have been a long time coming in car industry but especially in the rental car industry. Many people want a vehicle that not only is fuel efficient but one that has lasting benefits to the environment. Adding Alternative fuel vehicles to a car rental fleet has so many benefits. If we think about the many different ways the rental car industry has changed we can appreciate that the rental industry is willing and serious about catering to the customer that would prefer an alternative fuel vehicle. Not only will it save the company on gas per rental but it will also win the customers approval on the rental industry and its willingness to help the environment while still meeting the needs of the customer. Government tax incentives are another main reason why Lotus Rental Cars should consider purchasing alternative fuel vehicles. Before there were not a variety on types of vehicles that were available where as now there is several. Each customer has his or her own special needs when renting a vehicle. For example a customer may rent or request an SUV or a small sports car and still have the opportunity to pick an alternative fuel vehicle. This may be the single most important factor in adding these types of vehicles to Lotus Rental Cars. Americans are looking to get the biggest bang for their buck when it comes to fuel economy. Whether the consumer...
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...Combustion engine vehicles have come a long way, especially since conventional vehicles are reaching upwards of 30 miles per gallon. Conventional vehicles have only grown more reliable over the past few decades, and continue to improve with each passing year. Due to these advancements, many would agree that there is no reason to switch over to new alternative fuel vehicles. However, Lotus Car Rental should add 100 alternative fuel vehicles to its fleet, placing 50 vehicles in Boston, MA and 50 vehicles in Los Angeles, CA. in order to maximize profit. Alternative Vehicles There are many types of alternative fuel vehicles to choose from such as ethanol flex-fuel, electric, and hybrid vehicles. In addition to regular gasoline, flex-fuel vehicles operate on E85, which is a mix of gas and ethanol. The ethanol levels of E85 range be¬tween 51% and 83% (Clean Cities, 2013). The miles per gallon are decreased when flex-fuel vehicles utilize E85 rather than regular gasoline, due to ethanol containing less energy than gasoline (Clean Cities, 2013). Regardless of this fact, many individuals power these vehicles with E85 because it is a high-octane fuel (Clean Cities, 2013). The high octane increases the vehicles power and performance, ultimately giving the driver a better driving experience. Electric vehicles use batteries to store the energy needed to operate its one or multiple motors. These batteries are charged by plugging into an electri¬cal power source (Clean Cities, 2013). Another...
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...LOTUS CAR RENTAL/ALTERANTIVE FUEL VEHICLES Stephen McCauley Comm/215 University of Phoenix June 7, 2013 INTRODUCTION Lotus car rental, one of the world’s leading car rental companies, is in a position to take advantage of a great opportunity. This is an opportunity to be one of the first car rental services to provide our consumers with alternative options to fuel-powered vehicles, and to rise above the competition. Adding alternative fuel vehicles to our car rental fleet will increase our car rental turnover and improve the company's image to consumers. Creating a fleet of Alternative fuel vehicles for Lotus rental cars would be a very wise decision. There is a strong movement towards using alternative fuels for many reasons. The consumers are now motivated to drive vehicles that not only protect the environment, but also save money. More and more car manufactures are providing vehicles that use alternative fuels or flex fuels. This movement in the market place is gaining momentum. It would be wise for Lotus to lead this market by providing this service to the consumer. Today environmentally concerned consumers are looking for ways to not only save the environment, but also save money. Oil prices are constantly on the rise and turmoil in the oil producing regions has not helped alleviate the problem. Taking these considerations and research into account, we feel that Louts Rental Cars should invest in an alternative fuel vehicle fleet. BACKGROUND ON ALTERNATIVE FUELS ...
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...Lotus Car Rental Alternative Fuel Assessment Erik Larson, Linda Sherman, Christopher Sessoms Comm/215 February 2, 2013 Winifred Winstead Donnelly Introduction The creation of a fleet of alternative fuel sourced automobiles would be a wise decision for the Lotus Car Rental Company. There are two major issues that are on the minds of people these days, the environment and money. By creating a fleet of alternative fuel based automobiles the Lotus Rental Care Company can help ease the fears of people in both categories. By having the ingenuity to have a fleet of alternative fuel automobiles; the Lotus Car Rental will set themselves apart from the rest of the rental car companies. Lotus Car Care will be the leaders in environmentally safe car rentals. The following research paper will discuss the background of this topic, the costs of working with alternative fuel automobiles, the technical aspects of alternative fuel, the environmental aspects of alternative fuel as well as discuss some recommendations for the Lotus Car Rental Company. Background The Lotus Car Rental Company is looking into adding a fleet of alternative fuel sourced vehicles to their supply. Alternative fuel sourced vehicles are classified as being resources other than petroleum. A few of these sources are produced here locally and some are derived from renewable sources. They often produce less pollution than does gasoline. ("Alternative Fuel Vehicles", 2012). Hybrids are also considered to...
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...Thesis statement Vehicle Types An alternative fuel vehicle is a vehicle that runs on something other than traditional fuel, or a vehicle that does not completely rely on one type of fuel but instead a combination of fuel and battery power. The type of alternative fuel vehicle best suited for a rental car company such as Lotus, would depend on what types of alternative fuel or technology they have available. There are several different types of vehicles available, each one with a different or combination technology for alternative fuel use. Some vehicles are not available in all states, so this would also be a consideration for Lotus. The most popular and readily available alternative fuel vehicle is the Hybrid cars. Although not technically considered an alternative fuel car, these vehicles operate using advanced technology that combines the electric battery, motor and generator, creating more efficient use of traditional fuel. In addition to the gas tank they have an electric battery that stores energy during the speeding and slowing parts of a typical journey. This type of vehicle will offer a substantial savings in fuel costs because of the engine’s efficiency. Many car companies offer Hybrid cars at a reasonable cost to consumers. Honda, Toyota, Lexus and Ford all lead the way with a variety of these vehicles. There are a limited number of automakers producing Ethanol fuel vehicles. Ford, Dodge and Chevy each have a model currently available that runs on...
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...Business Proposal: “Lotus Lounge” [Sara Mohammed Bajahmom 201200161] [Prince Mohammed Bin Fahad University] [Section 211] [P.Dr. WiSi Elhassan] [March 9, 2016] Table of Contents: Executive Summary 3 Statement of Problem 3 Background 3 Benefits 4 Needs 4 Data Sources 4 Limitations and Contigencies/Scope 4 Objective and Methods 4 Time Table 5 Materials and Equipment 5 Cost and Budget 6 Expected Results 6 Summary 6 References 8 Executive Summary PMU staff and students have always dreamt about a place to sleep and relax peacefully during their long breaks. This business proposal focuses on constructing a lotus lounge and to locate it besides PMU building. The expected financial plan for this business proposal is 2,194,500 SR. This facility will create a better environment for both students and staff as they will be able to relax their bodies from daily stress. On the other hand, this proposal will also generates profit for PMU, as students and staff will be required to pay 10 SR/hour to enter the lounge. PMU is well known university in the Eastern Province and internationally, as it is one of the fast growing universities in the gulf region. Through its accreditation by national standards, PMU have been able to pull out an impressive standard. However, students and staff have been complaining about the long gaps between their classes. Statement of Problem One of the main important factors of any undergraduate is time management. As students are being stressed...
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...Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. (Nymphaeaceae) Sacred Lotus, East Indian Lotus, Oriental Lotus Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. is an aquatic plant that grows in shallow waters. Leaves are green, round, 30-60 cm across and with long petiole. Flowers are pink, white or red, 10-30 cm and solitary. Fruits are non-edible and non-fleshy. Origin Native to tropical and temperate Asia, Australia and Eastern Europe. Phytoconstituents Nuciferin, nornuciferin, nelumboroside A & B, nelumstemine, dotriacontane, ricinoleic, roemerin, liensinine, neferine, lotusine, liriodenine, asimilobin, pronuciferine and others. Traditional Medicinal Uses The leaves are used to treat sunstroke, diarrhoea, dysentery, fever, dizziness and vomiting of blood. The plant is used as an antidote for mushroom poisoning and for smallpox. In Ayurveda, the plant is used to treat cholera, diarrhoea, worm infestation, vomiting, exhaustion and intermittent fever. The fruits are used in decoction for agitation, fever, heart and haematemesis while the stamens are used to “purify the heart, permeate the kidneys, strengthen virility, to blacken the hair, for haemoptysis and spermatorrhoea”. They are also used to treat premature ejaculation, as astringent for bleeding, excessive bleeding from the uterus, abdominal cramps, bloody discharges, metrorrhagia, non-expulsion of the amniotic sac, and as cooling agent during cholera. The seeds are believed to promote virility, for leucorrhoea and gonorrhoea. Powdered beans are used in...
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...enchanted that they died. Odysseus ties himself to the boat just so he could give in to the temptation of the song and not die. Just like him, Inman too was giving into temptation. Although it wasn't a song that lured him in, but the forceful sexual temptation from Lila. He tried not to give in to her, the more he resisted the harder she forced herself onto him. If he had given in fully to her temptation just like the soldiers with the sirens, he would have died. Another similar scene between both Odysseus and Inman would be the scene where Inman and his friend were drugged and almost turned in for a reward. A man and his wife had drugged Inman and tried to seduce him so that they could make a living like they always do. This is similar to the Lotus eaters Scene. Odysseus and his men arrive at the most beautiful island they have seen on their trip, and they stop by to check it out. Soon they meet women who live there, are taken to their place and are given food and drinks. Like Inman they were all drugged and confused tot he point where they did not want to leave, even if they were able...
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...Adding Alternative Fuel Rental Cars COMM / 215 March 2015 Adding Alternative Fuel Rental Cars Lotus Rental Cars are known for their high class and exotic rental vehicles at affordable costs. By adding alternative fuel vehicles to the Lotus Rental Car fleet, Lotus Rental Car can bring in higher revenue for many reasons. First, the new cars will give the customers a new variety of vehicles at the same cost as the current fleet with minimal cost difference when purchasing the new vehicles. The new cars will have better miles per gallon (MPG) and, therefore, have lower costs at the gas pump for the customer. The alternative fuel vehicles have less yearly maintenance than the current Lotus rental car. Lastly, the vehicles provide better benefits to the environment then as with the comparable unleaded gasoline only vehicles that will help decrease the environmental footprint of Lotus Rental Cars. Cost of Vehicles The current vehicle, the 2014 Lotus Evora S, is the primary vehicle in Lotus Rental Car fleet. The Lotus Evora S has a base price of $69,965 to $81,465 (Hearst Communications, Inc., 2015). The cost of the Lotus depends on what options and features are added to or come with the vehicle. The two new alternative fuel vehicles to be added to the fleet, the 2014 Cadillac ELR and the 2014 Tesla Roadster Model S, cost around the same as the Lotus Evora S. The General Motors (2015) website shows that the Cadillac ELR has a base price of $75,995 to $82,135. The...
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...Introduction The Lotus Rental Car’s Chief Financial Officer is making an assessment on the feasibility of adding alternative fuel vehicles to the fleet. This analysis will cover the Energy Act of 1992 concerning the alternative fuel sources, explain the pros and cons of using alternative fuel technology such as Hybrids, Battery power, Diesel, Biodiesel, and Natural Gas, and also the factors that will impact the American people having to find resources easily, which can be difficult. Energy Act of 2005 As early as 2005 the United States knew that we could not rely on fossil fuels indefinitely and did not want to rely on foreign oil. The Energy Act of 2005 sec 301 defined what the Alternative Fuels are: Ethanol, Biodiesel, Propane, Natural Gas, Hydrogen, and Electricity are all naturally produced domestically in the US. Currently the US has learned that burning gasoline is bad for the environment, and when you burn gas you create bi products such as Carbon Dioxide, Nitrous Oxide. According to an EPA study the Green House gasses that affect out atmosphere are made up of 82% Carbon Dioxide, 3% Fluorinated Gas, 6% Nitrous Oxide, and 9% Methane.(Refer to graph 1). Overview of Green House Gases EPA.gov As you can see the bulk of the emissions are carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. The global goal is to reduce the amount of carbon emissions in the world, not just in the US. The goal is to create a smaller carbon footprint...
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...services while keeping its operating expenses low. Therefore, the business must integrate innovation, design, and creativity into their business models to meet their objectives of offering quality products and services. This paper is intended to evaluate the impact of innovation, design, and creativity will have on the strategy of two businesses-the Shared Appreciation Mortgage Company and the Lotus Elise Company while considering their processes, products and services of both organizations. The Lotus Elise The development of the Lotus Seven was launched by Colin Chapman. Chapman had an idea of offering to the public a sports care with the qualities of a race car at an affordable price. The performance of the Lotus Seven would provide a unique driving experience that had light weight construction like a race car but not the use of a powerful and heavy engine. To achieve this goal, Chapman strategy was to “combine elements of knowledge, information, and creativity” to the Lotus Seven. (Stamm, 2008, Chapter Chapter 11, Collaborating-Innovation in Manufacturing). The processes of the Lotus Seven were simple, Chapman wanted the sports car to have two seats and an open top, and of course it had to be a fun car to drive. In 1993, Chapman’s design team consisted of Roger Becker; Head of Vehicle Engineering and Kenneth Sears; Head of Technology Strategy anticipated that this project would...
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...polite and mannerly -- something that is not always existent in our Malaysia lifestyle. For example, they will not cut the line when buying things, or when using evaluator they will stand aside to let the busy people pass through. The people at this function were again extremely kind, helpful, and conversant, and it made the trip ever so much more easily and save time. Besides that, I also joined the Society of automotive engineers (SAE) to visit the proton industry last month. It was gratifying experience to explore at proton industry and learn about the proton engines and its other developments. Cam-Pro engine as we know as the most save energy engine in Malaysia, it was development by combining Lotus technology with proton own technology after the proton purchase the Lotus Company. In the trips, we visit emission lab, engine lab,(Component Material Safety and Strength) CMSS lab and noise lab. In addition, I also found out proton industry also related to my own course, telecommunication when came to visit the noise lab. It was about the sound interference inside the car and its influence to engine. It was a amazing visit for me to gain the extra...
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...ANNUAL REPORT Building A Global Brand What’s the value in a brand name? Everything. A brand that is reputable and stands apart from others provides competitive advantage, confirms credibility, adds value to a company and ensures long lasting customer relationships. As an organisation that has been around for more than three decades, the DRB-HICOM name is one that needs no introduction. It is an organisation that prides itself on always staying ahead of the game, in setting high standards in all its endeavours and constantly challenging the status quo. With a portfolio of more than eighty operating companies in its stable, the Group’s diversity elevates it to a brand with unique character and promise. PROTON, Alam Flora, PUSPAKOM, Pos Malaysia, MODENAS, Bank Muamalat, Glenmarie Properties – these are some of the household names that form a part of the DRB-HICOM Group. From the Automotive and Services sectors to the Property, Asset and Construction sector, DRB-HICOM’s operating companies have always had a strong presence in the local market. Helmed by bold leadership and imbued with core values, strong work ethics and a vision to be number 1, the DRB-HICOM brand is well-positioned to go a step further to become a leading global brand in the future. OUR VISION to be number 1 and continuously excel in all that we do OUR MISSION to lead in the growth of the nation in the areas of DRB-HICOM’S core businesses SHARED VALUES excellence decorum teamwork integrity...
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...ANNUAL REPORT Building A Global Brand What’s the value in a brand name? Everything. A brand that is reputable and stands apart from others provides competitive advantage, confirms credibility, adds value to a company and ensures long lasting customer relationships. As an organisation that has been around for more than three decades, the DRB-HICOM name is one that needs no introduction. It is an organisation that prides itself on always staying ahead of the game, in setting high standards in all its endeavours and constantly challenging the status quo. With a portfolio of more than eighty operating companies in its stable, the Group’s diversity elevates it to a brand with unique character and promise. PROTON, Alam Flora, PUSPAKOM, Pos Malaysia, MODENAS, Bank Muamalat, Glenmarie Properties – these are some of the household names that form a part of the DRB-HICOM Group. From the Automotive and Services sectors to the Property, Asset and Construction sector, DRB-HICOM’s operating companies have always had a strong presence in the local market. Helmed by bold leadership and imbued with core values, strong work ethics and a vision to be number 1, the DRB-HICOM brand is well-positioned to go a step further to become a leading global brand in the future. OUR VISION to be number 1 and continuously excel in all that we do OUR MISSION to lead in the growth of the nation in the areas of DRB-HICOM’S core businesses SHARED VALUES excellence decorum teamwork integrity...
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