The affiliation with the American Lung Association of Washington supports their goal of increasing public awareness of air quality issues. Almost 60 percent of outdoor air pollution in Washington State is caused by motor vehicles. The American Lung Association of Washington advocates alternatives to auto ownership such as transit, walking, biking, and now car sharing. How Flexcar works Membership in Flexcar typically costs less than half of what it costs to own and use a comparable vehicle. Members of the program reserve a car and are then charged on an hourly and per mile basis to cover the costs of the vehicle, gasoline, insurance, and maintenance.
Members also have the option of signing up for monthly dues that reduce time and mileage charges.
Drivers need to be at least 21 years old and have a good driving record. Car sharing programs have operated successfully in Europe and Canada for many years and have been shown to reduce auto dependence, free up neighborhood parking congestion, help the environment, and provide the benefits of auto ownership without the high cost or hassles.