ZIPCAR LAUNCHES NEXT PHASE OF NYC DOT ON-STREET CARSHARE PROGRAM, TRIPLING THE NUMBER OF AVAILABLE ZIPCARS ON-STREET IN NYC

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On March 29, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a significant expansion of the curbside carshare program, adding 270 new parking spaces, with over a third allocated to Zipcar. This expansion will triple the available on-street Zipcar spaces, improving access for New Yorkers. Over 100 additional vehicles will be added, enhancing service in neighborhoods like West Village and Kew Gardens Hills. Zipcar's membership costs $9 per month or $90 annually, with driving rates starting at $12.50 per hour. The initiative aims to provide sustainable and equitable transportation, contributing to a reduction in carbon emissions.

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• Tripling the number of on-street Zipcar spaces will enhance accessibility for users.
• The addition of over 100 vehicles increases service coverage in multiple neighborhoods.
• Partnership with NYC DOT ensures community feedback and demand-based location selection.

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Installation of 94 new curbside Zipcar parking spaces begins this week, with new locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx

NEW YORK, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- New York City Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez today announced the next phase of a major expansion of the citywide curbside carshare program, tripling the number of Zipcar on-street car-sharing spaces available to New Yorkers. This second phase of the program will add 270 new parking spaces total, of which more than a third are allocated to Zipcar, the world's leading car-sharing network. In February, Zipcar announced its initial expansion and will continue to launch additional locations throughout 2023, building upon the pilot's positive impact.

"At Zipcar, we are driven by a mission to enable simple and responsible urban living by reducing personal car ownership," said Angelo Adams, head of Zipcar. "New York City is paving the way for the future of cities by providing sustainable and equitable transportation to its communities. As this successful on-street car-sharing program grows, we know more New Yorkers will save time and money by accessing a shared vehicle when they need one. Zipcar will make a genuine environmental impact by reducing carbon emissions through the expansion of the car share program and adding more electric vehicles."

In addition to the more than 500 Zipcar locations already available in New York, now more than 100 additional vehicles can be found on-street bringing Zipcar even closer to where members live and serving new neighborhoods across the city. Zipcars will soon be found on-street in new neighborhoods such as the West Village in Manhattan, Kew Gardens Hills in Queens, and Bedford Park in the Bronx. DOT is also improving access to carshare with additional spaces in neighborhoods with existing service, such as East Harlem in Manhattan; Jackson Heights in Queens; Williamsburg and East Williamsburg, in Brooklyn; and Parkchester, in the Bronx. New carshare locations will be installed in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan with additional sites will be identified and installed throughout 2023.

Zipcar in partnership with the NYC DOT has undertaken extensive community outreach before installing new locations and will continue to do so throughout the implementation phase, taking feedback from community boards, residents, and other stakeholders. Zipcar has also identified locations for expansion based on demand and its goal to provide more equitable and sustainable transportation to Equity Zone Areas, as defined by NYC DOT. Once all sites are installed, an up-to-date map of locations will be available at nyc.gov/carshare.

Zipcar provides 24/7 on-demand access to vehicles by the hour, day or week in convenient urban, college or business locations with gas, insurance options, maintenance and parking included, making it a more cost-effective and sustainable option than personal car ownership. Membership is $9 a month or $90 a year, with driving rates starting from $12.50/hour and $103/day.

About Zipcar   
Zipcar is the world's leading car-sharing network, driven by a mission to enable simple and responsible urban living. With its wide variety of self-service vehicles available by the hour, day or week, Zipcar operates in urban areas and university campuses in hundreds of cities, towns, and universities. Zipcar is a subsidiary of Avis Budget Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: CAR), a leading global provider of transportation solutions. More information is available at www.zipcar.com.  

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FAQ

What is the recent expansion of Zipcar in New York City?

Zipcar is expanding its curbside carshare program in NYC, adding 270 new parking spaces, tripling the available on-street locations.

How many new Zipcar parking spaces are being added in NYC?

A total of 270 new parking spaces are being added, with over a third allocated to Zipcar.

What are the costs associated with Zipcar membership?

Zipcar membership costs $9 per month or $90 annually, with driving rates starting at $12.50 per hour.

When was the announcement of the Zipcar expansion made?

The announcement was made on March 29, 2023.

How many additional vehicles will be added to Zipcar in NYC?

More than 100 additional vehicles will be added to the Zipcar fleet in New York City.