Zipcar News
Zipcar expands fleet in Detroit
Zipcar, Inc., the world’s leading car sharing network, today announced the expansion of Zipcar Detroit, bringing the total number of Zipcars in the city up to 40. With the expansion, Detroit becomes Zipcar’s 25th major metropolitan market.
Zipcar’s fastfleet technology added to second houston location
Zipcar, Inc., the world’s leading car sharing network and the City of Houston Fleet Management Department have announced that Houston’s FleetShare program has expanded to its second location. The program first launched with shared pool vehicles in the Theater District’s Tranquility Garage and has recently expanded to the City Hall Annex Garage.
Zipcar to offer plug-in hybrids in New York City
Edison ParkFast and Zipcar, the world’s leading car sharing network, have announced the introduction of twenty 2014 Honda Accord Plug-in Hybrids to the Zipcar New York fleet at Edison ParkFast locations throughout the city. “We are thrilled to be able to offer Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrids to our members in the New York area through Zipcar’s program with Honda and our relationship with Edison ParkFast,” said Zipcar president, Mark Norman.
Zipcar expands car-sharing service in San Diego
Beginning today, Zipcars will be available by the hour or by the day for residents, students, businesses and visitors in San Diego. The service offers a smart, affordable and convenient alternative to car ownership for savvy consumers; an alternative to pricey fleet vehicles for businesses; and a fun and flexible option for people who need occasional access to a different type of car, such as convertible, hybrid, pickup or SUV.
Zipcar helps graduates get more mileage from graduation gifts this year
With the cost of education continuing to rise and today’s generation of graduates struggling to pay off student loans, 2013 grads are seeking smart solutions to get what they need, without piling on more debt. A survey conducted by Zipcar in May 2013 found that when asked what 2013 graduates are most looking for, more than 68 percent of respondents stated grads want financial stability over other choices including an on-demand lifestyle (16 percent), freedom (12 percent) and travel experiences (five percent).
Zipcar and Regus team up to deliver smart sharing solutions
Zipcar, Inc., the world’s leading car sharing network, and Regus, the world’s largest provider of flexible workspaces, have teamed up to offer a new national program to help businesses of all sizes across the country save money by paying only for what they use.
Los Angeles Zipsters to get a charge out of driving with new Honda fit EVs
Zipcar, Inc., the world’s leading car sharing network, with the support of Los Angeles City Councilmember Eric Garcetti, today announced the introduction of 2013 Honda Fit EV battery electric vehicles (BEV) into the Zipcar Los Angeles fleet.
Zipcars now available at greater New York City airports
Zipcar, Inc., the world’s leading car sharing network, today announced the introduction of Zipcar vehicles at three airports in the Greater New York City area, including Newark Liberty, LaGuardia and John F. Kennedy (JFK) airports.
Zipcar appoints new chief marketing officer, executive VP
Zipcar, Inc, the world’s leading car sharing network, today announced that Brian Harrington has joined its management team as executive vice president/chief marketing officer to lead the company’s global marketing efforts.
Avis Budget snaps up Zipcar for $500m
Car rental giant Avis Budget Group has revealed it will buy smaller rival Zipcar for $500 million in cash. The move will allow Avis Budget to enter the fast-growing United States car-sharing market.
Zipcar launches Miami as 20th major metro market
Zipcar, Inc., the world’s leading car sharing network, with the support of City of Miami Mayor Tomas Regalado and Commissioner Marc Sarnoff, announced the expansion of the Zipcar car sharing network into the City of Miami. With this launch, Miami becomes Zipcar’s 20th major metropolitan market.
“Zip to the polls” this Election day with half-price Zipcar rates
In an effort to encourage members to get out and vote this Election Day, Zipcar, Inc., the world’s leading car sharing network, is offering a special 2012 Election Day discount to make it easier to get to the polling stations on November 6.