The drawback of relying on public transit while traveling is abiding by the timetables of buses, trains and planes, and having to schedule your sightseeing and lengths of stay around these hours. This inconvenience can be avoided by seeking out a car-sharing program that enables you to have access to a vehicle at your leisure. See below for the five best car-sharing companies.
Car2Go
Available in major U.S. and European cities, Car2Go boasts more than 1 million members and a base rate of 41 cents per minute. Rent a vehicle to drive within the city, but the one drawback of Car2Go is it does not allow driving between cities. If your plans include exploring one city and its outskirts, Car2Go is a reputable option.
ZipCar
Ubiquitous green Z´s can be seen traveling across borders in the United States, Canada and Europe. ZipCar allows drivers to travel among cities and have the chance to stretch the car´s miles in environmentally friendly hybrid cars.
DriveNow
Created and most popular in Germany, DriveNow has expanded to other major European cities and hopes to return to the United States in the future with its luxury car brands such as BMW. Reasonable rates and electric cars make DriveNow ideal for budget and green travelers.
BlaBlaCar
Although more known for ride sharing rather than car sharing, Europe´s BlaBlaCar is a fun way to hitch a ride with a trusted driver and possibly make a friend along the way. You can chat with authorized users before you decide to hop in for a road trip. They even have a Ladies Only option for wary female travelers.
GetAround
Sign up for free and enjoy peer-to-peer car sharing with folks in your neighborhood. Mainly in the United States, the vehicle prices start at $5 per hour.
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