Uber Carshare is the “borrow a car from your neighbour” idea tidied up with an app and a map, very Aussie-sharehouse chic. The good bits: plenty of cars in inner suburbs, no long-term commitment, easy app access, and pricing that suits short trips. The grumbles: car quality can vary wildly, cleaning/late fees bite, and insurance excess can feel steeper than the Toowoomba Range. Weekend surge pricing and popular time slots can also make it less of a bargain. If you need a quick IKEA raid or a beach dash, it’s brilliantly convenient; for multi-day road trips, traditional hire companies may still win on cost. In short: handy, flexible, but read the fine print and return it cleaner than you found it.
LightingListing your ad only takes a few minutes, and most categories are free.
Post an adA weekly hand-picked round-up of the best bargains, free stuff, and trending listings. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Know someone looking to buy or sell something? Send them to Tradingpost, Australia's original marketplace.
