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Announcing the Getaround app for Samsung Gear S3

At Getaround, we’re passionate about building the future of transportation. Today, we’re excited to announce we’re bringing the future a little closer and onto your watch with the launch of

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5 Must-Do Adventures Within Driving Distance of Boston
Travel

5 Must-Do Adventures Within Driving Distance of Boston

Trips around New England remind us why we love calling Boston home. From quaint towns with storied pasts to subterranean caves and secret zen gardens, traveling around New England offers a new adventure

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Make every day Earth Day
Carsharing

Make every day Earth Day

The transportation landscape is changing rapidly.  Our mission is to empower people to carshare everywhere. Not only is carsharing changing the way people get around, but also – and more importantly – it’s good

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Top 5 essentials to keep in your roadside emergency kit

Top 5 essentials to keep in your roadside emergency kit

Car breakdowns are never convenient, whether you’re a few blocks from home or 100 miles away. But whatever the reason for your car troubles, having a well-stocked roadside emergency kit can mean

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Getaround drives into the Tri-State Area

Getaround drives into the Tri-State Area

****The future of carsharing has officially arrived in the Northeast, just in time for summer. We’re proud to share that Getaround is bringing our game-changing, on-demand service to the Tri-State Area, starting

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A ‘smart’ investment: A #gogetter story
Carsharing

A ‘smart’ investment: A #gogetter story

**** No stranger to entrepreneurship, Max Jacobson joined Getaround with a ‘smart’ investment already in mind. Max currently shares his fleet of five smart cars on Getaround, aptly named SmartOnTheStreet, SmarterOnTheStreet , SmartestOnTheStreet, EvenSmarter, and

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Getaround and City CarShare join forces

Getaround and City CarShare join forces

We’re excited to announce that Getaround and City CarShare are joining forces to drive the future of carsharing forward. City CarShare will join the Getaround family, as we work to realize our

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5 retreats to take before the end of summer
Travel

5 retreats to take before the end of summer

**Sweet summertime — don’t go! While the smell of bonfire and pumpkin spice lattes are not quite in the air yet, fall is just around the corner.  Take full advantage of the last

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12 magical caves to add to your bucket list

12 magical caves to add to your bucket list

Dive deep into America’s history by going underground and exploring one of the spectacular caves in your state. From lava tubes that extend for miles to 47 feet high formations, caves are

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How Investors Can Benefit From Financing Their Next Car

When buying a car, you have two options: take out a loan to finance the purchase or pay for it in cash. There are pros and cons for each approach, and as with

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12 restaurants to visit on your next foodie adventure
Travel

12 restaurants to visit on your next foodie adventure

We think the best road trips start and end with food. Treat yourself to a foodie adventure and sample the best that your state has to offer. From kitschy diners to meals that

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5 Money Tips for Summer Road Trips
Travel

5 Money Tips for Summer Road Trips

The ideal road trip has a romantic quality. Whether it’s on your own or with your partner, family or friends, there’s something exhilarating about driving off into the sunset. But if

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How you can turn your car into a paycheck
Owners

How you can turn your car into a paycheck

Owning a car is expensive. In 2016 AAA reported that the average cost of owning a car was over $8000 annually. We created Getaround to help owners like you make the most of

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Jousts, shots & shuffles: A #gogetter story

Jousts, shots & shuffles: A #gogetter story

At 10 am on a Saturday in late March, Pete Abram was preparing to hit the court in Alberta Park. The third annual Rose City Royal Rumble – Portland’s wrestling-themed bike polo tournament

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A car of our own: A #gogetter story

A car of our own: A #gogetter story

Three years after moving to San Francisco, Emily Benjamin and her husband made the big leap – from being a Getaround renter to a car owner, that is. Emily and her husband now share

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Growing our community: A #gogetter story

Growing our community: A #gogetter story

Washington D.C. resident and Getaround owner Esteban Fernandez has the perfect city car – a compact 2008 Toyota Yaris. Esteban purchased his Toyota Yaris, 08Toyota, his senior year of college, with moving to

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Drive Into Summer | How to Get the Most Out of Your Summer Brake(s)

Drive Into Summer | How to Get the Most Out of Your Summer Brake(s)

Did you know that summer temperatures can exacerbate the normal wear and tear on car brakes? While monitoring your brakes is a year-round job, it is especially important to pay particular attention to

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Drive Into Summer | How to Deal with Tired Out Tires

Drive Into Summer | How to Deal with Tired Out Tires

Tire-related issues account for 27% of all roadside emergencies. Approximately 7 tire punctures occur every second in the United States, causing nearly 220 million flat tires per year. While flat tires do happen,

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Drive Into Summer | How to Keep Your Biggest Fans Happy

Drive Into Summer | How to Keep Your Biggest Fans Happy

Few things are worse than sitting in traffic on a hot day without air conditioning. Your air conditioning system should be able to maintain an air temperature in the vehicle cabin 50°F

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GET AWAY THIS JULY 4TH WITH GETAROUND

GET AWAY THIS JULY 4TH WITH GETAROUND

It’s almost the Fourth of July! The anticipation of the coming long weekend is hanging in the air. Road trips, family reunions, and the best places to see fireworks are on all

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Driving Together: A #GoGetter Story

Driving Together: A #GoGetter Story

It all began with parking tickets, a lot of parking tickets. “My car situation was insane!” Casey Kerr explained, describing his car situation before joining Getaround. “I got parking ticket after parking ticket

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Getaround with Pride

Getaround with Pride

With San Francisco Pride right around the corner, we wanted to share some ways to #getaroundwithpride this weekend. We believe in creating and growing a Getaround community that is grounded in inclusivity. Wherever

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