Evo Car Share

Evo Car Share, car sharing in British Columbia

Evo Car Share is a car sharing service created by BCAA that operates in Canadian British Columbia. The company itself presents itself as one of the largest car sharing networks in North America and has its headquarters in Burnaby, on the territories of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh peoples.

The usage model consists of locating a nearby vehicle through the app, unlocking it and driving it for as long as the user needs, then parking it within the so-called Home Zone. The company also offers the Evo Return option, with scheduled pick-up and drop-off points, available in Surrey and on Vancouver Island.

Vehicle fleet and light mobility

Evo Car Share's fleet exceeds 2,500 hybrid and electric cars, equipped with bike racks and ski racks. In addition to this four-wheel offering, there are more than 1,400 e-bikes and e-scooters across the province, which the company groups under the Evolve brand. The light mobility catalogue also includes e-cargo bikes.

Coverage areas

The car sharing service is available in Vancouver, North Vancouver, Vancouver Island, New Westminster and Burnaby. The scheduled Evo Return points are located in Surrey and on the Island. The e-bikes and e-scooters are distributed across various areas of the province, including Metro Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Whistler and Squamish.

Rates and what the service includes

The rates catalogue consulted indicates $0.49 per minute, $17.99 per hour and $104.99 per day, in all cases plus taxes. According to the company's information, these rates cover fuel, insurance, parking and unlimited kilometres.

Accessibility and specific programs

Evo Car Share maintains an inclusive mobility program and states its commitment to facilitating affordable transportation to jobs, health care and other essential services. The company also offers business accounts and an affiliate program.

Origin: BCAA

Evo was created by BCAA, an organization that defines itself as mission-driven and serves the people of British Columbia with home, travel and auto insurance, with 29 service points in the province and more than 940,000 members. BCAA also develops child road safety initiatives, such as the community car seat donation program and the school safety patrol program.

Location and contact

4567 Canada Way, Burnaby BC, V5G 4T1, Canada · Email: info@evo.ca · Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 to 17:00, by appointment only