nevermind - relied on old info....zip car drivers over 21 years old are now covered to 300k/accident

Beginning November 1, 2007, for Zipcar members 21 years of age or older, our insurance coverage consists of a combined single limit of $300,000 per accident, meaning that all third party bodily injuries, or property damage costs relating to the accident are covered in the aggregate up to $300,000. For drivers under 21, we provide coverage up to state-mandated levels, which vary by the state in which the accident occurs. Zipcars are covered under a vehicle collision policy.

For both third party and vehicle damage claims, the member is responsible for a damage fee of up to $500 to cover repairs if the accident is his or her fault, or if no fault is assigned. New members age 21+ and existing members age 21+, who have had no at-fault or no-fault assigned accidents in the last 12 months, have the option to purchase a damage fee waiver to reduce that amount to $250, or to eliminate it altogether.

We provide Personal Injury Protection (PIP), or "no-fault" coverage, at statutory limits if you're injured in an accident. You may also use your own health care coverage in case of injury

If the total amount of the injuries and/or property damage exceeds our coverage limits, Zipcar members are responsible for this excess and will be contacted by either Zipcar, our insurance provider – Liberty Mutual – or the insurance company representing another driver involved in the accident.

Members engaging in prohibited uses of our Zipcars are not covered. You are not covered as a Zipcar member in any vehicle not supplied by Zipcar. A non-member driving a Zipcar is not covered as well. We will revoke membership if we learn about unauthorized use.

If you have any concerns about the insurance coverage Zipcar provides and whether it works for your personal situation, we encourage you to consult with a licensed agent and put them in touch with us if needed. You can reach us at insurance@zipcar.com.

I wish San Francisco was included in this.

johnqh said:I wish San Francisco was included in this.

So can you sign up for another state but still rent a car from SF? If so, will we still get the free miles and credit?

replyguy said:What's it doing when you try to apply? I had a free 1 yr Flexcar membership I joined through Fat Wallet that charged my credit card when it autorenewed earlier this year so I had it cancelled. This web site site has my e-mail and name but it's having me apply like a new member. I had gotten a couple e-mails to transfer the Fexcar to Zipcar but I never did.

they track you by your DL number and/or your zipcard number. it will catch either.

I signed up and instead of $150 credit - it showed me $500 credit. thanks OP!

Thanks for participating in Zipcar's Low-Car Diet 2008! As part of the program you are entitled to a FREE 1-year Zipcar membership + $500 in FREE driving credit for the month. Please proceed and fill out the member application to get your very own Zipcard. Happy Zipping!

anyone knows this credit is good till when? does it expire?

kirbydog said:It's weird - if you can use the membership in any location, why wouldn't you sign up for the plan with the most $ credit? Some cities offer only $100 and some are $500.

Yeah, I'm confused by this myself.

I already signed up for the $150 credit before I realized some cities were $500. I wonder if there's anyway to redo it...

$500 just for a month though!! so you may just have 30 days to use them

dsgsgdag said:I 'm from Pittsburgh! Just signed it up and it shows $500 credits. I'm happy to give it a try if I can really get rid of my car!

i just turned 21. but read the rules:
To be eligible, you must:

* Be at least 21 years old
* Have a valid driver's license (from any country) and have been licensed for at least one year
o If you have a US license from NH or Puerto Rico, click here.
o If you have a Canadian license from Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Quebec, Saskatchewan or the Yukon Territories, click here.
(For BC, we accept Class 5 licenses only. For Ontario, we cannot accept Class G1 licenses. )
o If you have a license from outside US/Canada, click here.
* Have had no more than two "incidents" (moving violations PLUS accidents) in the past three years and no more than one incident in the past 18 months
* Have had no major violations in the past three years
* Have had no alcohol violations in the past seven years

no alcohol violations in seven years? is that meaning driving and alcohol (dui)? does that include MIPs?

Depending on the city it either says $ in free driving, or $ for the month.
For example, Chicago says " a free one-year membership and $150 in free driving."
Philidephia says " FREE 1-year Zipcar membership + $500 in FREE driving credit for the month."

If you are not going to use it all at once, it may be better to sign up for one that isn't limited to one month.

Sign up in Vancuver and it seem to be free for more than just 1 year and no renewal fee plus you get $200. Only draw back is 150 KM a day, which is about 90 miles vs 180 miles.

Group: Low Car Diet 08 - Free Account and $200 in Driving

Thanks for taking the Low Car Diet Challenge! Enjoy your free account and $200 in driving credit. Good luck!

No deposit. No monthly commitment.

What does it cost to drive?
From $9.75/hour, and $69/day (any 24-hour period), depending on the car model. Gas, insurance and 150 FREE kilometers* are included.

What about housemates or family?
Once you join, you can add other drivers to your account. It's $25 to apply. There's a $25 annual fee. You may wish you weren't related — but they'll at least be happy about it.