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  Zipcar

  I'm a big supporter of car-sharing and Zipcar in particular....Jean, definitely check out Zipcar (www.zipcar.com.) Zipcar is the country's biggest car-sharing service, with more than 425 cars all around Boston, as well as New York, Washington, DC and cities throughout the east coast. Zipcar is available right in Dorchester and in dozens of neighborhoods throughout Boston and outlying areas. And not only does Zipcar offer gas/electric hybrids like the Toyota Prius, but you can also reserve from more than 20 makes and models of some very cool cars. Rates start at $8.50 an hour or $59 per day, and there are some great discount plans available.  Gas, insurance and parking are all included.

  It's incredibly easy to use, too...accessing and using a Zipcar is as simple as getting cash from an ATM.  In minutes or up to a year in advance you can reserve Zipcars online or by phone, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.  When you become a member Zipcar sends you a cool "Zipcard" that you use to simply unlock the door and drive away.

  When you participate in car-sharing, it's also important to remember that you're doing something wonderful for the environment whether you reserve a hybrid or any type of vehicle. I read in the paper just last week that Zipcar did a survey that shows each Zipcar takes over 20 vehicles off the road.  This results in less congestion on the roadways and fewer emissions in the air.  

  Good luck, Jean!On Umbra on renting hybrids and sharing cars posted 4 years, 8 months ago 9 Responses