Zipcar

Zipcar is the world's largest car sharing network with  located conveniently right on campus.

An alternative to traditional car rental or vehicle ownership. Anyone 18 years or older, with a valid driver’s license (international OK) is eligible to rent from Zipcar. ºÚÁÏÍø students, faculty and staff can take advantage of an 75% off discount on membership. Join with your csulb.edu email address and your membership rate is only (normally $90).

Zipcar members pay a monthly or annual membership fee in addition to a reservation/usage charges. Members can reserve Zipcars with the mobile app or online through the at any time up to a year in advance. Zipcars can be reserved by the hour or by the day.

Members have automated access to Zipcars using an access card, which works in conjunction with the car's technology to unlock the door. The keys will be located inside. Zipcar also offers an iPhone or Android application that allows members to honk the horn to locate a Zipcar and unlock the doors (how cool is that?).

Zipcar charges a one-time application fee, an annual fee, and a reservation charge. Fuel, parking, insurance, and car maintenance are included in the membership price.

Zipcar currently has four cars on campus. There are 2 Zipcars in and 2 Zipcars in .

  • Step 1: Apply for a .
  • Step 2: Reserve a Zipcar by the hour or by the day. Do it online or on your phone via the .
  • Step 3: Walk to your chosen Zipcar car and hold your Zipcard against the windshield or unlock using the mobile app. The doors will unlock and the keys will be inside.
  • Step 4: When your time is almost up, return your Zipcar to its original parking spot. Be sure to follow all instructions provided on the .

  • Gas
  • Insurance
  • Miles (up to 180 miles/day)
  • Your own Zipcard
  • The mobile app (free download for  and )

 

Zipcar is a private, independent company and not affiliated with the CSU or providing services in partnership with ºÚÁÏÍø. Please visit the for full rental terms and conditions, services they provide, and additional eligibility restrictions.