08.12.2025 in Expresso

How Portuguese company Tangerine aims to overtake multinationals in the car rental race

How Portuguese company Tangerine aims to overtake multinationals in the car rental race

Tangerine is presented as one of Portugal’s emerging challengers in the rent-a-car market, aiming to grow by 50% and gain market share against both international brands and local competitors.

With a business model that is largely online, the company relies on technology, flexibility and a lean operating structure to offer a more agile alternative in car rental. Its strategy reflects a new generation of Portuguese mobility companies focused on efficiency, digital access and customer convenience.