Car-sharing companies say one of the biggest benefits of their service is the time savings. Here are the costs for customers for the two companies operating in the Washington region.
Zipcar
Application fee: $25
Annual fee: $25
Hourly rate: $8.50 and up, depending on type of car
Daily rate: $59
Rates include 125 free miles each day.
Flexcar
Annual fee: $35
Hourly rate: $9 and up, depending on type of car
Daily rate: $45 or $80, depending on promotion
Rates include 30 free miles each hour.
Both companies offer monthly plans with lower rates.
