Vehicle sharing platform GoCar has announced a €10m investment in the expansion of its network as it increases its fleet by more than 18% to 1,100 vehicles.
It also plans to make its services available in 24 counties by the end of the year.
The company said the investment is part of its commitment to provide sustainable and convenient mobility solutions to meet growing customer demand for alternative transport options to private vehicle ownership.
CoCar said a total of 280 new vehicles will be added across its Irish 149 locations, in both urban and rural communities.
The company said its 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 risen from 820 vehicles in January 2023 to 930 vehicles in July 2023.
It said its new investment will see its fleet increase to more than 1,100 vehicles in over 600 locations across 24 counties nationwide by the end of the year.
In response to the evolving preferences of its users, GoCar is introducing a variety of new vehicle types to its fleet.
These new additions include a smaller city vehicle for short urban trips and a spacious SUV for families and longer journeys.
It also said it will address the growing demand for electric vehicles next year by collaborating with strategic partners to bolster the expansion of its "GoElectric" range.
Paul McNeice, Head of Country for GoCar, said the company believes 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," Mr McNeice said.
"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," he added.
