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We verify your driver's license and identity. Most members are approved and can book a car within minutes, but in some cases may take a bit longer.
Once approved, you can book cars instantly with the Zipcar app.
You can apply for Zipcar membership if you have a valid driver's license and are at least 21 years old, or 18 years old if you are either a student at a university affiliated with Zipcar or if you live in New York, Michigan, or Maryland. For non-US based licenses, or residents of Michigan, learn more.
Apply online with a valid driver's license. Most people are approved instantly and can book a trip within minutes, but if there's a reason for delay, we'll email you. As soon as you're approved, you can book Zipcars by the hour or day and use our app to unlock and lock during your trip. Learn how to check the status of your application.
Log into our iPhone® or Android™ app or our website to search for and book your preferred car, timeframe, and location.
You can cancel or change your upcoming hourly trip up to 3 hours before its start time at no charge minutes after booking at no charge through the app or online under Trips. For trips longer than 8 hours in length, you must cancel at least 24 hours in advance to avoid cancellation fees. For rules on cancelling or modifying your trips, learn more here.
Zipcar is a round trip service, so your Zipcar must be returned to the same location where you picked it up originally. If your location has multiple Zipcar parking spots, you can park in any available Zipcar spot. Make sure to lock up with your app or your Zipcard to end your trip.
Access the car's location details in the My Trips section of the app. We'll also send details about your upcoming trip in a confirmation email.
To lock and unlock your car, use the app or tap your Zipcard to the reader on the driver's side windshield of the car. The car keys will be located inside the Zipcar, typically in the console or attached to the ignition.
Your Zipcar membership includes insurance options* (learn more about insurance coverage here) and roadside assistance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you need help while on the road, call 1-866-4ZIPCAR and we will take it from there.
You can find the free gas card in the visor over the driver’s seat of every Zipcar. To use, insert the card at the gas station as you would a credit card. Remember to always return cars with at least ¼ tank of gas to avoid fees. Learn more about how to fuel up here.
Other active Zipcar members can drive your Zipcar, but you must be in the car if you booked the trip. Non-members are strictly forbidden from driving your Zipcar. Learn more.
No smoking. Be sure to clean up after yourself or you’ll be charged a $50+ fee.
If gas is below ¼ tank, use the gas card in the visor to fill up, or you’ll be charged a $30 fee. Driving an EV? Plug in at the end of your trip if your car has a dedicated home charger.
Return to the car’s home location on time. Late returns will be charged for the extra time, plus a late fee.
Before you start driving, inspect your Zipcar inside and out and report any issues in the app. While we expect the previous member to leave the Zipcar in good standing for you, it is important to report any issues before you drive. Learn more.
Provided that another member does not have a reservation immediately after yours, you can extend your trip using the mobile app or by text. If you see that the car isn't available, you'll need to return on time to avoid a late fee.
We know lateness can be part of everyday life. However, as part of the Zipcar community, it’s imperative that you return on time – if you don’t, you could impact the next member’s trip. Then they’ll be late, and the next person will be late... you get the idea.
To avoid being part of this domino effect, here are some tips to be on time:
Book your trip well in advance
Book enough time to take traffic, refueling and cleaning the car into consideration.
If the car is available, extend your trip from the “drive” screen in the app
If you do return late, you’ll be charged for the extra time you used the car, plus a $50+ late fee.
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