It just makes sense. PhillyCarShare, a nonprofit organization, is Philadelphia's premier car sharing service. Founded by five local Philadelphians, we've accomplished greater positive environmental impact in Philly than, well, any car company on the planet! We love Philadelphia. We want our city to thrive. And we're committed to making Philadelphia a model for sustainable living. Impact - 12,810 fewer cars! Members say they would have owned 23,610 cars without PhillyCarShare. Now they own just 10,800.
- 42% fewer miles driven. That translates to 26 million fewer miles since inception.
- 4 million miles driven in hybrids that pollute 90% less than conventional vehicles.
- 1.6 million gallons of gas saved, from driving hybrids and driving less.
- Former car owners say they're choosing more earth-friendly modes: 40% walk more, 34% ride public transit more, 18% bike more, 13% take taxis more.
- $90 million annual economic boost for Philadelphia's local economy, as the savings accrued by former car owners get spent locally rather than flowing into the global auto industry.
In 2004, the City of Philadelphia joined PhillyCarShare, becoming the first government worldwide to share cars with local residents in a major fleet reduction effort. The pioneering project has helped eliminate over 330 municipal vehicles, saving Philadelphia taxpayers $6 million. The City of Wilmington, Delaware joined in 2007. |
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"I am very impressed with your organization. I was impressed with the ease and efficiency of signing up, with the courteous and friendly people, with your mission, and with the car."
- Daniel, West Philadelphia
