University of New Mexico Parking and Transportation Department recently unveiled that rental rates for the university’s Zipcars, a rent by the hour or day car-sharing service available at UNM’s main and north campuses are dropping to $8 per hour or $66 per day for weekdays and $9 per hour or $72 a day for weekends. These new rates reflect a $1.25 decrease in weekday hourly rental rates.
“Zipcar is an appealing program because you are only paying for a vehicle when you are using it, and you don’t have to carry insurance or worry about wear-and-tear and maintenance costs” said Cynthia Martin, Program Planning Manager for Parking and Transportation Services (PATS).
Using Zipcar at UNM...
PATS introduced the Zipcar program to UNM in January of 2008. In the course of a year, PATS has seen a steady increase in Zipcar use.
“The program is particularly appealing for UNM departments looking to cut the cost of maintaining a fleet vehicle and use Zipcar instead,” said Martin. “It is also an integral part of commuting for those who use alternative transportation and need a flexible option.”
There are currently five cars located on Main and North campuses available to members of the program. To become a member, visit Zipcar and fill out an application. There is an annual membership fee of $35 for individuals and $100 for University departments.
Once membership is confirmed, users will receive a “Zipcard” by mail. This Zipcard is the size of a credit card, fits neatly into a wallet, and is used to get access to Zipcar vehicles. When a user needs to use Zipcar, they can call Zipcar or get online and make their reservation. Once the reservation is made, users swipe their Zipcard at the designated spot on the windshield of the Zipcar, the car opens, and is ready to go!
For More Information...
If you or your department are interested in more information about how to utilize Zipcar contact Danielle Gilliam at Parking & Transportation Services: 277-0461 or dgilliam@parking.unm.edu. You can also visit: Zipcar.
Media Contact: Benson Hendrix, (505) 277-1816; e-mail: bhendrix@unm.edu
Posted by scarr at April 13, 2009 04:31 PM