Zipcar is closing down in London, but it's still running strong in the US!

Zipcar is closing down in London. Rip Zipcar UK! Living in a US city, I have seen firsthand why Zipcar works so well and so strong here, and it's still going strong. The U.S. city’s layout makes owning a car more of a burden than a convenience—parking is limited, garages are expensive, and many neighborhoods were never designed for heavy private-car use. For me, Zipcar became a practical solution: I could grab a car when I needed it, without dealing with overnight street parking, tickets, or the constant search for a spot during snow emergencies. It fit perfectly into the way it functions as an older, denser city.

Another thing I noticed is that we already encourage a “transit-first” lifestyle. Between the T, commuter rail, walking, and biking paths, I rarely need a car for daily routines. What I usually need is occasional access—a quick run to Costco, a weekend trip, or picking up something heavy. Zipcar fills that exact gap. Since gas, insurance, and maintenance are bundled into the price, I end up paying far less than I would for owning a car outright. It feels like the city’s transportation ecosystem and Zipcar were designed to complement each other.

Use this link to sign up for zipcar to get $25 off your first ride, essentially a free ride if you just need to run some errands.