Rating of the best car sharing companies in Yekaterinburg for 2024

The car as a means of transportation has long become an integral part of life. It is only in the context of an unstable economy, global urbanization and other factors of everyday life, sometimes controversial questions arise about the profitability of buying, maintaining and servicing a car. In Europe and the USA, more and more people are using the services of temporary use agencies. Previously, car rental was a rarity, but now it has not only intensified, but also began to take new forms. One of these forms is car sharing. The service itself and the best car-sharing companies in Yekaterinburg will be discussed in the material.

What is car sharing and where does it get its roots from?

Carsharing from English car sharing - sharing a car or sharing a car - already from the translation it is clear that this is one of the types of rent. You can use this service if you need a car for a short time, that is, for several hours a day.

This concept first appeared in Switzerland back in 1948. Only then it was not a publicly available service. One of the cooperatives bought several cars and rented them for short-term periods to its members. It turned out to be very convenient and beneficial for both parties, but one problem arose: it was not possible to keep track of the rented cars and sometimes thefts and thefts happened.

The end of the twentieth century was marked by a big breakthrough in the development of protective hijackers, as well as GPS, which solved two problems of the development of car sharing earlier. First, now it was possible to easily organize access to cars for customers (they were left at all large parking lots in the city, and tenants could easily get the service without having to go to the company, however, provided that they had previously passed the initial registration and verification there) ... Secondly, with the help of GPS, the vehicle could always be tracked or kept in sight on the monitor. Thanks to these innovations, car sharing has found a new stage in development and prosperity.

In Russia, for the first time, car sharing sounded in 2013; since then, renting a fast car has become in demand in large cities.

Rent or car sharing: how they differ from each other

1. Car rental companies have their own working hours, and you can use their services only during working hours. In the case of car sharing, everything is much simpler: it is available 24 hours / 7 days a week. That is, you can pick up and return the vehicle at any time without being tied to the working time schedule.
2. The system for obtaining a fast car is automated: booking, use, refund and even payment can be made through a special application that every such company has.
3. There is no need to fiddle with documents every time.The car-sharing agreement is concluded once with the receipt of a membership card, which is issued after a series of checks. Approval takes place once, then you can contact and use it automatically.
4. To return the car, there is no need to go to where you picked it up. The city provides parking places where you can take and leave a car. All this is provided in the application, through which there is a finding of places with access to such machines.
5. Payment for car sharing services most often occurs by the minute, possibly by agreement hourly or by mileage.

Car sharing is a direct interaction between a car and a driver.

Step by step instructions for the user

Each user needs to remember that in the event of damage, breakdown or other problems, all costs are borne by the driver. Therefore, before getting into the car, it is better to conduct a thorough inspection of the vehicle (it is possible and necessary to save photographs of the discovered "oddities"). This will serve as a good safety net against unjustified claims.

• The first step is to download the application to your mobile device. It is with its help that registration takes place, communication with the operator, search for parking lots and so on. The convenience of automation in this case is indisputable, but it also has its own nuances. If the vehicle breaks down and disappears from view, you must call the operator and notify him. Tethering to a phone, the charge of which must always be monitored to avoid unnecessary communication problems.
• At the second stage, it is necessary to register with the completion of the service agreement and the provision of documents (photographs of a passport, driver's license, selfie with your passport for identification). This procedure is one-time and you will not have to return to it later, all data will be stored and used the next time it is accessed.

IMPORTANT! You should not neglect to carefully study the text of the contract, so as not to be surprised at the claims made in the future. The agreement contains all the conditions for use and return, technical compliance, etc. If you have any questions, it is better to immediately clarify everything with the operator.

• To pay for services in the application, you must attach a bank card, from which the payment of the per-minute tariff will be charged.
• At the next stage, the application again comes to the rescue, in which, using a special radar, you can see the location of the nearest available car. After booking it, you have 10-20 minutes to get to it.
• "Activation" of the vehicle in the parking lot also occurs using the functions in the application, which will help to open it. The keys will be inside the ignition, the necessary documents in the glove compartment. After a careful examination and fixing problems (if any), you can hit the road.
• To return the car, just look in the mobile application where the nearest parking spot is located, get to it, put the car on the lever, press the corresponding button of the assistant application and leave the salon. The car must be in the same form and condition in which it was received for use.

Advantages and disadvantages of the service

Nothing in this world can be perfect. Everything has its pros and cons that you need to weigh in order to make the right decision. Car sharing, as a relatively new service, often raises many questions from its prospective users.

• The main advantage is the quick conclusion of the contract and the receipt of the car in a short time. It is not for nothing that the concept of "fast car" appeared;
• Payment is made for the time of actual use of the vehicle. Even during downtime, the cost per minute changes;
• The use of car sharing reduces the harmful effect on the environment. Where one car sharing car is used, from 6 to 10 personal vehicles may be required. Cars in such companies are equipped with systems that regulate the toxicity of exhaust gases.In addition, more and more models of eco-cars with electric batteries appear in use;
• An important plus is that this service teaches the driver to use the vehicle strictly when necessary. Pay per minute is a great incentive to reduce travel time.

• Direct dependence on the Internet through which the mobile application works;
• Some conditions when concluding a contract governing the provision of a service.

Carsharing has a great future in the context of active urbanization. A large number of cars in the city began to significantly impede movement, and the maintenance and maintenance of personal vehicles significantly affects the family budget. As soon as the car ceases to be a symbol of prosperity among our population, people will willingly switch to temporary use with favorable per-minute pay.

Car sharing in Yekaterinburg

All major cities are trying to "try on" the new service of per-minute car rental. Residents and guests of Yekaterinburg cannot avoid this fate. Here, car sharing manifested itself in 2018 with the opening of three companies providing this novelty in the rental sector.

Delimobil

This company became a New Year's surprise for Yekaterinburg, because it opened the very first in January 2018. At the beginning of its operation, Delimobil's fleet consisted of about 50 Hyundai Solaris vehicles, later their number gradually increased to 200. Delimobil is the leader in terms of the number of rental vehicles throughout the country.

To become a client you need:

• Be a citizen of the Russian Federation over the age of 19;
• Have a driving license with a driving experience of one year.

There are requirements for the zones of use and parking of the car (viewed in the application). In case of violation, a fine of up to 10 thousand rubles is provided.

Users are offered 2 tariffs:

The first of them provides for the driver's responsibility for an accident (up to 30 thousand rubles), the second - the costs in the event of an accident are borne by the operator, provided that the driver was not drunk and did not disappear from the scene of the accident.

If you make an advance payment of up to 2500 rubles, you can arrange a daily rental. In this case, after the end of the day, the selected per-minute tariff is automatically activated.

• Nice modern cars with automatic transmission;
• For refueling, a refueling card is used;
• Auto has a phone charger so that there are no unpleasant situations with discharged batteries (the driver must be in touch);
• A large number of parking zones throughout the city;
• Tariffication of the cost depends on the specific time of use (cheaper in the morning);
• There is no condition to return the car with fuel in the tank (it can be empty);
• An uncomplicated application that is easy to navigate even without experience;
• Free car booking is available 2 times in a row.

• Before the start and at the end of the rental, the vehicle signal should sound, which is not always convenient depending on the place and time of day;
• Damage is visualized on many cars (this can be explained by the fact that the company has been working for a long time and the transport can wear out);
• The vehicle fleet represents only one model;
• Difficulties with booking a car in the evening, especially in the central areas of the city;
• Sometimes it takes a long time to get in touch with the call center.

Delimobil promises to update its fleet with new vehicles of other models in the near future. With long-term use, the company charges cash bonuses for using the service. In case of any inconvenience caused by the operator (for example, it is impossible to get through), bonuses are also offered as compensation.

"URAmobile"

The rental is carried out both in Yekaterinburg and in Chelyabinsk. The use of rented cars is possible when traveling from city to city, as well as the return of transport can be carried out in both settlements.That is, after leaving Chelyabinsk, you can leave your car in Yekaterinburg and vice versa.

The company has a fleet of about 200 vehicles for both cities. All of them are of the same brand - Lifan X50. The Chinese car has taken root in Russia due to its attractive appearance, as well as comfort and modern interior design.

Considering that both cities have a population of one million, then this number of cars is noticeably small, but an increase in the vehicle fleet is expected in the future. After all, the demand for the "fast car" service is growing every day.

The company provides its customers with 4 different tariffs, but the main ones are 2:

1. The standard provides for the driver's age from 21 years and the rental price per minute is 7 rubles, parking time is 2.5 rubles;
2. Standard plus allows a possible age of 18 years, but the cost is different: active rent is 8 rubles per minute.

In both tariffs, daily use is possible.

• Brand new dynamic cars, with excellent dimensions for moving around the city;
• All existing damage on the machine is pre-marked with stickers, which simplifies preliminary inspection. There is no need to notify the operator about visual deficiencies, they are all already pre-recorded;
• Inside the cabin there is a charger for the phone, because nobody canceled the condition "to be in touch";
• At the beginning and end of the rental, there is enough light signal with headlights, without unnecessary noisy horns;
• There is a tariff "Intercity" that allows movement between Chelyabinsk and Yekaterinburg;
• A simple and intuitive application, the alert service works great. The application itself provides for a photo fixation of the general condition of the vehicle;
• Free booking is allowed twice in a row.

• On the sides of the cars there is an obtrusive advertisement for the salon that provided the cars;
• Not all cars have a refueling (fuel) card, which creates some inconvenience for the driver. If the tank is empty, you have to fill it up at your own expense. The funds are later reimbursed by the company as bonus for using the services and 100 bonus rubles on top of the amount spent;
• Termination of the lease is not possible with an empty tank. If the fuel is less than one division, then the application requires refueling before delivery;
• Difficulties with free cars in the evening in the city center;
• There is no choice of car models, only Lifan X50 provides a car fleet.

"YouDrive"

The website of the car-sharing company has an appealing and meaningful slogan:

“A smart new way of thinking about car ownership! YouDrive car-sharing service is a fast and convenient car rental for a short time "

Unlike other services in Yekaterinburg, YouDrive boasts a variety of car brands in its showroom. Different modification models are provided here. For example, Smart ForFour, Smart Fortwo, ForFour Turbo, Fortwo Turbo, Mini Cooper, BMW i3, Nissan X-Trail. The client can choose from the available free ones.

There are no restrictions for parking, you can leave the rented vehicle in any place allowed for parking, except for paid municipal parking lots.

Among the membership conditions, the requirement for a driver's experience of 2 years or more is fixed.

This service employs a motivational rating system, which is just about the driver's level. Those who earn a high rating level are awarded bonuses and incentives. The terms of this system are spelled out in the contract.

The cost per minute depends on the vehicle used. For example, Smart Fortwo and Forfour will cost 8 rubles per minute, and Smart Forfour Turbo - 9 rubles per minute. The price of downtime (standby mode) is the same - 2.5 rubles per minute.

In the event of an accident, the responsibility is borne by the driver with a maximum amount of 15 thousand rubles.

• An excellent base of cars in the fleet, there is a choice of model;
• The dimensions of the cars offered are comfortable for moving around the city both during busy rush hours and at normal times;
• Autosearch mode in the application will notify you of the nearest available vehicle;
• Free overnight parking (standby) from 8 pm to 8 am;
• Directly from the application, you can additionally connect CASCO insurance and driver's life insurance, while the amount of cost per minute increases by 1 ruble;
• More practical application compared to other companies. For example, photos with car damage that were uploaded earlier are immediately available.

• Cars start from the start button, there are no instructions or warnings about this. Due to ignorance of this subtlety, the driver's rating of customers often drops;
• Some unusual inconveniences while driving: for example, cars with intelligent functions turn off their engines at traffic lights;
• A driver's rating is provided, which in a sense can be attributed to disadvantages. Since each trip gets its own assessment (according to incomprehensible criteria). Often with a low rating, there is a restriction of access to some services or even blocking of the account;
• Given the variety of cars in the service, they are increasingly snapped up, especially in the evening, so there is an acute shortage.

Car sharing in Yekaterinburg has successfully taken root and has been actively developed. Soon there will be new services offering the fashionable “fast car” service, because the existing ones are clearly not enough. The presence of such services is great to unload roads within the city from unnecessary cars, free up parking spaces, and also significantly affect the improvement of the environmental situation.