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London Car Clubs Vanish: 89% Drop After Zipcar Exit
3 Jul
Summary
- London car club vehicles dropped 89% since Zipcar left.
- Only 330 car club vehicles remain, down from 2,800.
- 55% of former users consider buying or leasing cars.
The number of car club vehicles available in London has plummeted by 89% since Zipcar ceased operations in December 2025. Data from CoMoUK reveals a dramatic drop from 2,800 vehicles to just 330, with minimal additions since the year's end. This significant reduction is forcing former users to reconsider their transportation options. A survey indicated that 55% of ex-Zipcar users are now thinking about purchasing or leasing a car to compensate for the loss of the car club service.
Several companies, including Free2move and Enterprise Car Club, are reportedly considering expansion, but no concrete plans to increase vehicle numbers have been announced. The situation is exacerbated by inconsistent regulations across London's 32 boroughs, hindering the establishment of car clubs despite the city's high population of non-car owners. This lack of centralized management contrasts with other shared transport services like e-bikes, which are centrally managed by Transport for London.
