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APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR RENTING AND CONTROLLING OCCUPANCY OF A VEHICLE

  • US 20130238167A1
  • Filed: 03/07/2013
  • Published: 09/12/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/07/2012
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for renting a vehicle, comprising:

  • receiving a signal from a fleet manager, the signal specifying a current availability of the vehicle for rent;

    updating a visual indicator arranged on the vehicle according to the signal, the visual indicator visually detectable from outside the vehicle;

    receiving identification information of a user proximal the vehicle;

    enabling access to the vehicle for the user in response to verification of the user as a driver of the vehicle;

    determining, through a sensor arranged within the vehicle, that the user is seated in a driver'"'"'s seat within the vehicle; and

    enabling ignition of the vehicle for the user in response to determination that the user is seated in the driver'"'"'s seat.

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