What has changed for company cars since June 28, 2025

This law not only has a really long name, but also long-term effects that extend into the mobility sector: the Barrier-Free Accessibility Reinforcement Act (BFSG) came into force on June 28, 2025. The aim: in future, products and services should be designed in such a way that they can be used by all people. This applies not only to public providers, such as public transport, but also to companies that provide their employees with company cars or fleet systems. But what does this actually mean in concrete terms?

Three important points that you should know as a fleet or HR manager

1. digital services must be accessible

In future, everything that is controlled or managed digitally with the company car – for example booking portals, logbook apps, online manuals or navigation systems – must be designed in such a way that it can be used easily by a wide range of people with very different backgrounds and of all ages. This includes read-aloud functions, clear contrasts, logical navigation and particularly intuitive operation.

2. transition period until 2030 for existing systems

Does everything have to be changed now? No. If digital solutions are already in use that do not yet meet the new standards, there is a grace period: they can continue to run until June 27, 2030. After that, complete accessibility is mandatory. New systems must be directly compliant from June 2025.

3. employers are also “providers”

If you provide your employees with apps, online portals or vehicle displays, you are considered a provider within the meaning of the law. This means that you are responsible for barrier-free design – even if the vehicles may also be used privately.

We will be happy to advise you: Even if there is a generous transition period for existing systems: It makes sense to switch now. Accessible mobility solutions make everyday working life easier, promote inclusion and show appreciation for all employees. How do you check whether your company vehicles meet the accessibility requirements? And which vehicles already offer an easy-to-use digital infrastructure? We at MHC Mobility are happy to support you – from the analysis to the new vehicle. Get in touch with us.

Company cars benefit greatly – also in Germany!

The global car rental market is experiencing a further upswing, reaching a sales volume of USD 149.9 billion in 2024 according to industry service Grand View Research.

By 2030, the sales volume is expected to increase at an annual growth rate of a strong 10.5% to an impressive USD 278 billion. Although these are global figures, significant growth is also forecast for Europe – and Germany in particular: With a market share of over 24% of global sales in 2024, Europe remains a key driver.

In Germany, too, more and more drivers are opting for a rental car: Grand View Research reports a market volume in Germany of around USD 3.55 billion for 2024, which is expected to rise to around USD 5.6 billion by 2034. Annual growth of around 4.7 % .

Other sources are even more euphoric: according to the analysis institute Mordor Intelligence, sales in the car rental market in Germany amounted to around USD 2.04 billion in the base year 2023 and are expected to grow to USD 4.44 billion by 2027 – at an impressive annual rate of around 13.1 %.

In concrete terms, this means that the market continues to gain momentum even in established segments – not least thanks to growing demand in the corporate customer segment.

Further growth expected

The global market (USD 278 billion by 2030) and Europe’s strong position illustrate the direction of the trend – the business segment in particular will continue to grow.

In addition to a change in mobility awareness, this is also due to new technologies and services: Platforms and services are being continuously improved. Car-on-demand, IoT integration and various flexible subscription models are becoming increasingly established and relieve companies of the burden of fleet management.

Conclusion

The rental car market is growing rapidly worldwide – and there is also a clear trend towards flexible mobility in Germany, particularly in the business customer segment. Companies appreciate the advantages of vehicles available at short notice, clearly calculable costs and digital services. The conventional leased or even purchased company vehicle is increasingly being replaced by customized subscription solutions – on demand, needs-based, scalable.

As an industry pioneer, MHC Mobility is actively shaping this change and offers companies tailor-made mobility solutions – from flexible long-term rental to e-vehicles and individual fleet concepts. With digital booking, full-service models and strong consulting expertise, MHC Mobility is a reliable partner for companies that want to make their mobility flexible, efficient and future-oriented.