The Zipcar 'ONE>WAY' service was recently announced, expanding the possibilities for the kinds of trips car-less drivers can make. With the one-way option, this means that drivers will be able to pick up one Zipcar, drive and then park it at a completely different location, without ever having to worry about returning it to where it originally came from.
The new service will be introduced to select markets later this year, with the first Zipcar ONE>WAY being launched this September in Boston before moving on to other cities.
The Zipcar ONE-WAY service is similar to what Car2Go already offers with Smart Cars, but it's a better option for when you need space for more passengers and luggage, which you get with the 2015 Honda Fits.
One-Way Shared Cars
The New Zipcar ONE>WAY Lets You Pick Up, Drive and Park Anywhere
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