Evercar is a newly launched car rental service that provides electric vehicles for ride-sharing drivers. The service is meant to cater to on-demand drivers who do not have regular access to a vehicle or simply want to avoid adding additional miles to their own vehicle.
Evercar is operated by a Los Angeles-based company called 'Vision Fleet,' which operates the largest public fleet of electric vehicles in the US. With the new service in place, on-demand drivers working for companies such as Uber, Lyft, Postmates or Instacart can rent out an electric vehicle to use for ride-sharing purposes. For just $5 per house, drivers will receive vehicle access, unlimited miles, electricity insurance, parking, cleaning and other maintenance.
With the growth of ride-share services and the increasing demand for greener forms of transportation, Evercar demonstrates the future of car rental services.
Electric Vehicle Rental Services
Evercar is a Rental Service for Ride-Sharing Drivers
Trend Themes
1. Electric Vehicle Rental - The growing demand for sustainable transportation and ride-sharing services presents an opportunity for car rental companies to focus on electric vehicle rental services.
2. On-demand Driver Services - As more people turn to on-demand driver services, there is an opportunity for rental companies to provide affordable, flexible options for those who do not own their own vehicles.
3. Sustainability-focused Car Rental - With the increase in environmentally-conscious consumers, there is a disruptive opportunity for car rental companies to shift to a more sustainability-focused model with electric vehicles and eco-friendly operational practices.
Industry Implications
1. Ride-sharing - The rise of ride-sharing companies, such as Uber and Lyft, has created a demand for affordable, flexible transportation options, presenting an opportunity for rental services like Evercar to target these drivers.
2. Car Rental - The car rental industry can benefit from the growth of the on-demand driver market and rise of electric vehicles, providing affordable, flexible rental options for those who do not own their own cars.
3. Electric Vehicles - As more people become environmentally-conscious, there is a growing demand for electric vehicles, as well as related services and infrastructure, presenting an opportunity for companies like Evercar to continue expanding their electric vehicle rental services.