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Getaround
AddedFeb 19, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Getaround

Getaround

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Getaround: A peer-to-peer carsharing service connecting drivers with car owners for paid reservations.

HQ
San Francisco, CA, US
Founded
2011
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Getaround, founded on September 9, 2009, by Sam Zaid, Jessica Scorpio, and Elliot Kroo in San Francisco, California, is a peer-to-peer carsharing service. The company's mission is to make carsharing accessible and convenient by connecting drivers with car owners who rent out their vehicles for payment. Getaround offers a seamless rental experience through its app, which allows users to unlock cars with their phones and includes trip liability insurance. The service is available in various urban areas across the U.S. and several countries in Europe.

Notable affiliated individuals include founders Sam Zaid, Jessica Scorpio, and Elliot Kroo. Getaround has attracted significant investment from prominent venture capital firms, contributing to its growth and expansion. Key achievements include its widespread adoption in multiple major cities and international markets, as well as the development of its proprietary Getaround Connect technology. The company has significantly impacted urban mobility by providing a flexible and eco-friendly alternative to traditional car ownership.

Getaround - Quick Facts

When was Getaround founded?

Getaround was founded in 2011.

Where is Getaround's headquarters located?

Getaround's headquarters is located in San Francisco, CA, US.

When was Getaround's last funding round?

Getaround's most recent funding round was for $20M (USD) in January 2024.

How much has Getaround raised to-date?

As of Jan 24, 2024, Getaround has raised a total of $763M (USD).

How many employees does Getaround have?

Getaround has 550 employees as of Feb 5, 2024.

Getaround - Classification

Ownership
  • Private Equity
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • Mobile Payments
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Model
  • Marketplace
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Car Rental
  • Carsharing
Tags
  • Cloud
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 480000Transportation and Warehousing
  • 485000Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
  • 485300Taxi and Limousine Service
  • 485310Taxi and Ridesharing Services
SIC
  • 7510Automotive Rental And Leasing, Without Drivers
  • 7500Automotive Repair, Services, And Parking
Show 22 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 485100Urban Transit Systems
  • 530000Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
  • 532000Rental and Leasing Services
  • 532100Automotive Equipment Rental and Leasing
  • 532110Passenger Car Rental and Leasing
  • 532111Passenger Car Rental
  • 560000Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
  • 561000Administrative and Support Services
  • 485110Urban Transit Systems
SIC
  • 4120Taxicabs
  • 7514Passenger Car Rental
  • 4100Local And Suburban Transit And Interurban Highway Passenger Transportation
  • 4700Transportation Services
  • 5000Wholesale Trade-durable Goods
  • 6000Depository Institutions
  • 6700Holding And Other Investment Offices
  • 7300Business Services
  • 4720Arrangement Of Passenger Transportation
  • 7380Miscellaneous Business Services
  • 4121Taxicabs
  • 4729Arrangement Of Passenger Transportation, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 7389Business Services, Not Elsewhere Classified