# Communal Carpooling Apps The CarPoolNow App Encourages Non-Monetized Ridesharing By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-09-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carpoolnow References: [dw](http://www.dw.com/en/berlin-promotes-bauhaus-legacy-with-new-gropius-app/a-35890894) & [mwcog.org](https://www.mwcog.org/) The Commuter Connections initiative, held under the supervision of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, is launching an innovative new carpooling app that is designed to take the concept of [ridesharing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/discounted-rideshare) back to the old days, when people simply offered rides for free if they had a bit of extra room. This [real-time carpooling app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realtime-vehicle-data) is fully free of charge for both drivers and passengers, and is designed to make carpooling exceptionally convenient by embracing simplicity. Indeed the model of this app revolves around simply connecting people offering rides to people seeking them. What's more, the app also offers duration estimates, location information and routes. While there are undoubtedly lots of [disruptive transportation apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transportation-apps) out there, the CarPoolNow app is unique in that it uses modern technology to promote old-school transportation philosophies. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Non-monetized Ridesharing:** Apps that encourage non-monetized ridesharing promote a sharing economy and offer more affordable transportation options. - **Real-time Carpooling:** Real-time carpooling apps make the process of finding a ride more convenient and efficient. - **Simplicity in Transportation:** Transportation apps that focus on simplicity can offer a refreshing alternative to complex and costly transportation systems. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Ridesharing:** Ridesharing companies have an opportunity to tap into the growing demand for affordable and sustainable transportation. - **Technology:** Technology companies can innovate in the transportation space by developing apps and platforms that improve the efficiency and accessibility of carpooling. - **Government Agencies:** Government agencies can support the development of non-monetized carpooling apps as part of their efforts to promote sustainable transportation options and reduce traffic congestion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Payment-Giving Parking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/payment-parking-app.md) - [Flexible User-Centric Rideshares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/careem-1.md) - [Car Transfer Service Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-transfer.md) - [Community Borrowing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/community-borrowing-apps.md) - [Modular Rideshare Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gogo-ride-sharing-concept.md) - [Bid-Based Ride Hailing Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indrive.md) - [Neighborly Contracting Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pigybak-ride.md) - [Car Transfer Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daytrip-app.md) - [Gamified Sustainability Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-carbon-games.md)