Brand Overview: Zipcar
Zipcar is a car-sharing company that allows members to reserve vehicles by the hour or day. The service is part of Avis Budget Group and operates a network of self-service vehicles in cities, universities, businesses, and other communities.
Contact Info
Customer Support Phone: 1-866-494-7227 (1-866-4ZIPCAR). For active reservations, phone support is available 24 hours a day; otherwise, U.S. phone support is available 8 a.m.–11 p.m. ET, seven days a week.
Support: Customers can also use Zipcar's Help Center, in-app chat, social media, or submit a support ticket.
Industry and Operations
Zipcar operates in the car-sharing and urban mobility industry. Members can find, reserve, unlock, and drive vehicles using the Zipcar website or mobile app, with vehicles available for short-term use.
- Hourly and daily car rentals
- Self-service vehicle access
- Cars, vans, and electric vehicles
- Mobile app reservations and vehicle unlocking
- Fuel and insurance included with eligible trips
- Personal, university, business, and government programs
- Membership plans and driving charges
- Zipcar Rewards for eligible members
User Sentiment
User feedback is mixed, with complaints frequently involving billing, reservations, vehicle availability, cancellations, vehicle condition, and customer service. Some users also report difficulties resolving charges or receiving refunds after a rental problem.
- Unexpected membership or rental charges
- Reservation and vehicle availability problems
- Cancellation and refund difficulties
- Vehicle cleanliness or maintenance concerns
- Problems unlocking or accessing vehicles
- Incorrect mileage, late-return, toll, or other fees
- Billing disputes and payment issues
- Membership application and account verification problems
- Customer support response delays
- Issues with damaged or unavailable vehicles
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