€10m. GoCar investment includes Mayo expansion
GoCar, Ireland’s leading vehicle sharing service, has announced an investment of €10 million in the expansion and enhancement of its current vehicle sharing services across Ireland.
The investment includes two new bases in Co. Mayo - Claremorris and Westport.
GoCar already operate out of Castlebar.
The investment is part of GoCar’s commitment to provide sustainable and convenient mobility solutions to meet growing customer demand for alternative transport options to private vehicle ownership.
A total of 280 new vehicles will be added across 149 locations, catering to both urban and rural communities. The expansion aims to provide users with a broader range of vehicle types, ensuring increased choice and flexibility when it comes to public transport options.
GoCar’s fleet has seen a rise from 820 vehicles in January to 930 vehicles in July 2023, with the current investment supporting further increase to more than 1,100 vehicles in over 600 locations across 24 counties nationwide by the end of the year.
GoCar will also be launching a new website and app designed to provide a more innovative and intuitive customer experience. Additionally, a new loyalty programme will be introduced, rewarding repeat customers for their continued use of car sharing services.
Commenting on the announcement, Paul McNeice, Head of Country for GoCar, said: “At GoCar, we believe in creating a community-led approach to mobility, becoming an integral part of the fabric of localities across the country. Our investment reflects our dedication to increase the availability of sustainable and flexible transport options to meet the evolving needs of our customers.
“We are proud to be Ireland's leading car sharing provider, driving change and innovation in the market. Our expansion beyond traditional urban centres aligns with our mission to make car sharing more accessible for drivers across the country in all the regions.
“Over the past three years, we have been evolving beyond our legacy urban hubs in Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway and we are committed to making GoCar available in 24 counties across ROI by the end of 2023.”