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Zipcar Exits UK by 2025 Amid Financial Losses

12/2/2025

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Zipcar will cease operations in the UK by end of 2025, reducing access to its London fleet.
The decision follows a consultation on redundancies for 71 employees amid rising costs and declining revenues.
The closure coincides with an increase in London's congestion charge, adding expenses for Zipcar.
CoMoUK's Richard Dilks says many users may revert to private car ownership after Zipcar's exit.
Zipcar reported a £11.7 million loss for 2024.

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Story summary

Zipcar will cease operations in the UK by end of 2025, reducing access to its London fleet.
The decision follows a consultation on redundancies for 71 employees amid rising costs and declining revenues.
The closure coincides with an increase in London's congestion charge, adding expenses for Zipcar.
CoMoUK's Richard Dilks says many users may revert to private car ownership after Zipcar's exit.
Zipcar reported a £11.7 million loss for 2024.