Gold medal for tourism and rental

London's successful bid for the 2012 Olympics will mean boom times for both tourism and rental. So says John Lewis, the BVRLA's Director General. "Of course, we're delighted that London has won the Olympics, especially in the face of such stiff opposition. It will prove to be a real fillip for sport and for tourism. The UK and especially London will be the destination of choice for tourists in 2012 combining the world's foremost sporting event with our unique blend of history and culture.

"The huge increase in tourism that we will see in 2012 can only prove to be good news for the rental industry. Not only will the major companies benefit, but I foresee that many smaller companies will do so, as well as the demand for local rental, especially in tourist destinations is bound to increase.

"However, some rental companies do not operate to BVRLA standards and I will be urging incoming tourists, and indeed anyone who uses rental cars at any time, to use only a BVRLA Member with the consequent assurance that membership of the industry's only trade association brings."