Zipcar Impact Report
Zipcar Impact Report

In 2000, Zipcar sparked a cultural shift—the idea that cars should be shared, not owned. Since then, we’ve expanded access to affordable, sustainable vehicles and built on that promise every year. And we’re proud to share our latest progress in enabling simple, responsible urban living.


See how we’re leading the way for a more sustainable future:

25 years of car sharing and going multimodal

In 2000, Zipcar introduced car sharing to the US, creating a lasting positive social and environmental impact from New York City to Los Angeles. 

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Car sharing with Zipcar saves money

The average cost of car ownership is $1,357 per month. The good news? Zipcar members avoid these budget-busting expenses.

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Creating more opportunity for diverse communities

By making transportation affordable and accessible, we help underserved and disadvantaged communities avoid the financial burden of owning a car.

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Turning parking spaces into better living space

Today’s cities are feeling the squeeze of skyrocketing housing costs. And one of the reasons is parking—it’s expensive and takes up valuable space. But car sharing helps.

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Combatting climate change with car sharing

Climate change is one of biggest challenges our planet faces, but we have the power to fight it. And it all starts by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. 

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Wheels for diverse and disadvantaged communities

As cities tackle the challenges of climate change and equitable, sustainable mobility, there’s increased demand for car sharing in disadvantaged communities.

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Helping the Big Apple hit its big climate change goals

NYC is a global leader in urban equity and sustainability. We’re proud to help the city achieve its goals over the next two decades by providing thousands of shared vehicles for residents.

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A sustainable future starts with shared EVs

Going from gas-powered to electric vehicles is a game-changer for the planet. Car sharing helps make that transition easier for drivers.

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Giving LA residents easier access to transportation

Zipcar first hit the streets of UCLA and USC in 2006. Nearly 20 years later, Angelenos from the Hollywood Hills to Santa Monica enjoy easy access to cars.

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Revolutionizing campus mobility since 2002

Today Zipcar is the largest car-sharing partner for hundreds of colleges and universities nationwide. And we’ve become an integral part of campus life. 

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Transforming how organizations travel

With over 25 years of expertise in fleet management, we’ve helped thousands of organizations find flexible, cost-effective, and sustainable ways to get around.

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Car sharing that works for the gig economy

In cities nationwide—including Los Angeles, Boston, and Miami—we offer rideshare and delivery drivers more flexible and cost-effective ways to earn.

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