Fewer cars on the road, and less CO2 in the air

It is estimated that every member of a car sharing organization reduces their carbon footprint by as much as 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, on average, as a result of changes in their new lifestyle. Moreover, each AutoShare vehicle eliminates as many as 10 privately owned cars on Toronto's roads.

An AutoShare members survey in 2008 found that each member relies on a car for only 4% of their travel needs, and most often chooses alternative methods of transportation such as biking or public transit.

AutoShare Fleet Report 2009

• 15% of our fleet consists of Hybrid vehicles
• The official fleet fuel consumption for 2009 is estimated around 6.86 l/ 100 km, based on Natural Resources Canada's ratings
• This fuel consumption rate is an almost 10% decrease from 2008
• Our real-life average fuel consumption for 2009 has been 7.68 l/100 km

Canada's first 'plug-in' hybrid

In 2007 AutoShare has added to its fleet the first 'plug-in' converted Toyota Prius, equipped with an additional battery and technology to recharge through an electrical outlet and operate solely on electricity for up to 50km. It was the first public-access vehicle in Canada - another first for AutoShare.

Carbon Offsets Through ZeroFootprint

AutoShare has partnered up with ZeroFootprint to provide all members the option of offsetting the emissions resulted from their driving for about 1/2 ¢ per kilometer. For more information about this initiative please visit our dedicated ZeroFootprint page.

AutoShare's Commitment to the Industry Code of Ethics

In August 2008, AutoShare was a founding signatory to the North American Car Sharing Industry's Code of Ethics, which includes a commitment that "our businesses should protect and improve our environment, promote sustainable development, and conduct business affairs in a way that is socially responsible."