Zipcar Officially Launches in Worcester

WORCESTER, MA—The car sharing network Zipcar announced a new partnership with the City of Worcester to bring its “wheels when you want them” membership service to area residents, businesses, visitors and students.

Six Zipcars are now available for reservation by the hour or by the day in easily accessible locations downtown, said the announcement. The vehicles are parked in designated spots pick-up and drop-off and can be reserved in seconds on Zipcar’s mobile app, online or over the phone.

The Zipcar Worcester fleet features a variety of makes and models, including a Honda CR-V named “Raclette,” a Honda Civic dubbed “Boopie” or a Ford Escape called “Eldrick." Each reservation includes gas, insurance and 180 miles of driving per day, making it a great option for those looking for ways to save money on the high cost of car ownership.

“We’re excited to bring Zipcar to Worcester as part of the city’s growing transportation network,” said Chris Moulding, Zipcar regional community marketing manager, in a statement. “Our service gives members on-demand access to ‘wheels when they want them’ with the simple tap of a Zipcard, giving them freedom to get around without having to own a vehicle.”

“The City of Worcester is constantly looking for ways to grow smartly and this agreement with Zipcar helps us do that by reducing the need for parking spaces downtown and giving our residents a more sustainable alternative to owning a car,” said City Manager Edward M. Augustus, Jr. , in a statement. “As our downtown continues to grow and increasingly becomes a neighborhood where people work, play, and live, it is important for us to provide robust transportation options and this helps us achieve that goal.”

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