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Your Communauto membership follows you to the South of France!

We’ve got great news for you! We have a good friend in the South…of France! ☀️ 

Their name is Modulauto and, just like us, they believe in making cars more accessible, shared, and sustainable. 

📍 Based in the Occitanie region—from Nîmes to Perpignan—Modulauto operates over 130 carsharing stations throughout the area.

Perfect for exploring the South of France easily and hassle-free.

Like any great story, it started with a spark—and now, we’re inviting you to enjoy the benefits too ❤️ 

Heading to Montpellier or nearby? 

Thanks to our reciprocal membership agreement, you can book Modulauto vehicles using your Communauto subscription. From compact cars to family-sized vehicles, find the right shared car for your trip. 

How to take advantage of it? 

It couldn’t be easier:

  1. Click here to create your Modulauto account > 
  2. During registration, enter the promo code INTERCO 

✔️ No registration fee (normally €25) 

✔️ No monthly fee 

  1. Your Communauto plan applies automatically: 

👉 See all stations in and around Montpellier 


And here’s more good news: it all works just like at home. 

Same app to book, same in-car system—you already know the drill. No need to change your habits.

No surprises: fuel is included, as always. You’ll find a fuel card in every vehicle to refuel if needed.

As you can see, we’re committed to making life easier for you—even (and especially) on vacation ❤️ 

What about the damage protection option? 

You already have a damage fee selected in your Communauto account. Here is a comparison of the options:

To state it another way, if you have the $750/incident damage protection plan here, you would pay 900€ if in an accident while using Modulauto.

If you have waived our insurance (credit card option), this won’t be an option with Modulauto, so you will be enrolled on their default option with a damage fee of 900€.

Everything is ready to make your travels in Montpellier as smooth as possible. Enjoy the service with total peace of mind!

Speaking of INTERCO…

Did you know that as a Communauto user, you can enjoy access to vehicles in other Communauto cities across Canada and even in Paris, France—at no extra cost! 

It’s simple, seamless, and smart travel—wherever you go.
Learn more here >

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Communauto Press Release Quebec

2025: Another Season of Expansion for Communauto in Montreal and Longueuil

Montréal, April 16, 2025 – Communauto, Canada’s leading carsharing service, along with the City of Montreal and the City of Longueuil, announces a major expansion of its carsharing service for 2025 in response to ever-growing demand. Highlights include the addition of 700 vehicles across the Montreal region, the continued development of the FLEX and Return FLEX offers, and the launch of the FLEX service in Longueuil.  

Fleet Expansion and Growing Adoption 

In 2024, Communauto grew its fleet in Montreal with a net addition of 800 vehicles, representing a 25% increase. The Montreal fleet now includes 4,400 vehicles. Thanks to these additions, 15% of Montreal households used Communauto’s services. Collectively, users made 3.5 million reservations and travelled 110 million kilometres.  

In 2025, to keep up with increasing demand, Communauto plans to add 700 more vehicles throughout the year. This summer, 600 of these will be station-based, while 100 will operate in FLEX mode. This distribution will be reversed approaching the winter of 2025-2026, with a larger proportion of FLEX vehicles.  

FLEX Service Launches in Longueuil and Expands in Montreal 

For the first time, the FLEX service will be available in the City of Longueuil within the coming weeks, made possible through collaboration with the municipality. The service will cover an area bounded by Saint-Charles and du Coteau-Rouge streets, between Saint-Jacques and Joliette. This zone will be accessible to FLEX vehicles from both Montreal and Longueuil.  

The City of Longueuil has also approved an expansion of the station-based service by providing 17 new spaces across 10 parking lots for Communauto vehicles. This enhancement will bring Longueuil’s station-based service to 67 vehicles across 34 stations.  

In Montreal, the FLEX service area will expand to include Rivière-des-Prairies, Pointe-aux-Trembles, LaSalle (Boulevard Newman), Saint-Laurent (Chameran), and Lachine. Among the 50+ new stations to be added in 2025, several will be located in areas that were previously underserved, such as Saint-Simon in Ahuntsic, LaSalle, and Saint-Léonard.  

Continued Expansion of Return FLEX Project in Partnership with the City of Montreal 

In partnership with the City of Montreal, Communauto will continue its Return FLEX project in 2025, adding 70 new zones across 8 boroughs. Initially piloted in 2024, the initiative has proven successful, allowing users in central neighbourhoods better access to vehicles during the winter months when reservation-based cars must be removed to avoid interfering with snow removal operations.   

Additionally, 15 new station zones will be added across the territory in 2025.  

User Satisfaction Is Confirmed as Well as the Benefits on Mobility and the Environment 

Preliminary results from a survey conducted in early April confirm users’ appreciation of the service: 89% would recommend Communauto to others.   

The survey, answered by 4,300 users with a 1% margin of error (19 times out of 20), also confirmed carsharing’s role in reducing car ownership and usage. 82% of Communauto users’ households do not own a car. Moreover, 69% of all users say Communauto was the key factor that enabled them to sell (23%) or forgo purchasing a vehicle (46%). 

In Montreal, 30% of users sold their household’s only vehicle when they joined the service, and 42% said they would buy a car if Communauto were no longer available.  

Among those who joined within the last 12 months, users reported reducing their car use by an average of 41% — a figure close to the 34% reduction reported by all users in the previous 2023 survey. 

Quotes 

“Montrealers’ enthusiasm for carsharing is stronger than ever! We are thrilled to see Communauto continuing its expansion with 700 new vehicles and new stations in underserved neighborhoods, along with the extension of the FLEX service to Longueuil. We share a common vision of sustainable mobility, and carsharing is a key component of that vision in Montreal. This expansion helps diversify mobility options, reduce solo car use, ease road congestion, and decarbonize transportation, all while improving quality of life for Montrealers and the wider metropolitan region.” - Sophie Mauzerolle, Executive Committee Member for Transportation and Mobility, City of Montreal 

“The arrival of Communauto’s FLEX service in Longueuil is a tangible step forward in improving mobility on our territory. By making carsharing more accessible, we offer residents a simple, affordable alternative to private car ownership, while easing pressure on our roads and parking. It’s a solution that aligns with our commitment to building a more sustainable city, by promoting transportation choices that truly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve quality of life.” - Jonathan Tabarah, Vice President of the Executive Committee, Head of Finance, Infrastructure, and Sustainable Mobility, City of Longueuil  

“Communauto is a mobility service deeply rooted in communities, just like public transit or taxi services. Its mission remains unchanged: to offer sustainable, accessible service to as many people as possible — not just in high-demand or high-profit areas. This approach aims to reduce reliance on private cars and strengthen the complementarity of active and public transportation. The significant developments in recent years, as well as those planned for 2025 — both in terms of service scale and geographic reach — clearly reflect this progress. Moreover, the fact that 15% of Montreal households already use Communauto, and that nearly 90% of users recommend it, confirms the relevance and necessity of maintaining and growing a service like Communauto.” - Benoît Robert, President and Founder, Communauto 

About Communauto 

Founded in Quebec City in 1994, Communauto is the largest carsharing service in Canada and the oldest in North America. It operates on two continents in around 20 cities, including Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Halifax, and Paris. Communauto offers both round-trip and free-floating (FLEX) services without the need for advance reservation. With a fleet of 7,000 vehicles, it has the largest network of shared electric cars in Canada, and one of the largest in North America.  

As a company with a social, environmental, and urban mission, Communauto aims to reduce the impact of cars on cities while improving mobility access by offering a real alternative to private car ownership.  

Contact:

Marco Viviani
Vice President, Strategic Development 
Communauto
drp@communauto.ca  

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Communauto

Hold on to your hats, winter is just around the corner!

The rays of sunshine are becoming scarcer, the arrival of the Grinch is imminent, and ice cubes are preparing to cling to our moustaches! Yes, winter is back, and as expected, this time of the year brings its share of changes and adaptations.

Every year, we witness some crazy spectacles, put on by a handful of particularly creative users! Despite a majority of good winter driving habits, these few misbehaviour not only make things harder for our fleet team, but also cause trouble for the carsharing community.

To eliminate harmful behaviours this winter, it’s in everyone’s best interest to review these tips.

The 5 principles to avoid winter pitfalls

1.The good reFLEX

Unsurprisingly, this winter, and during all seasons, it is prohibited to park in towing zones, delivery zones, snow clearing areas, or even alleys. Not only do you risk getting a fine that will freeze your blood, but you also put yourself at risk of getting stuck in an unplowed alley. Above all, pay close attention to temporary snow clearing signs. Unsure about parking rules? Follow the guide!

2. Shovelling, sweating, snow clearing… it’s better than the gym!

In most cases, our stations are plowed by parking lot managers or contractors. However, you may encounter a snowbank, so it is each person’s responsibility to lend a hand with the shovel. Besides helping the next user, you get your cardio done for the day! Also, during weather disruptions, stay alert for targeted free offers; you help clear and move a car, and in return, you enjoy a free ride.

For FLEX vehicles, which are generally used for short trips, we offer a 15-minute credit to allow you time to shovel and/or clear snow. This means you won’t start paying until you begin driving or 15 minutes after you access the vehicle, whichever comes first. Learn more >

3. FLEX and round-trip stations: don’t mix up the tables this winter!

Parking rules remain the same despite the arrival of winter. In stations, instructions must be followed to avoid losing our spots. So be vigilant and check the rules in the Communauto app (consult the “Info-stations“). Additionally, it is prohibited to park a FLEX vehicle in our round-trip station spaces. FLEX vehicles must park on-street or in designated drop-off zones, respecting the assigned conditions. It’s like reserving a table at a restaurant; there’s the bar section and the family section, some tables are free, others have specific hours and/or locations. Avoid that heart-stopping moment when you see a ticket on your windshield—follow the instructions carefully. Refer to the parking guide here.

4. Accessories are your sedentary allies!

Shovels and snow brushes are accessories that prefer a sedentary lifestyle, and don’t take kindly to being moved from car to car. Our fleet teams supply our vehicles with these necessary tools to help you apply rule number 2. It goes without saying that these accessories remain in their designated vehicles. For everyone’s benefit, store them in the trunk or on the floor. Sitting on a wet bench seat is like wearing wet socks, and that’s universally unpleasant! Last but not least, don’t hesitate to report any missing accessories via our reporting tool, available on your app. 

5. Fill up the windshield washer fluid for a clear trip!

Before venturing onto winter roads, make sure to check the windshield washer fluid indicator. This step is like checking if your phone has enough battery before a long road trip to the cottage: it’s necessary to ensure a trouble-free ride.

If you run out of fluid, here’s what you need to do:

  • Buy some fluid using your own payment method and submit the receipt via the app, and we’ll credit you. No need to leave empty containers in the vehicle; service stations will gladly take them off your hands.

Holiday Extra

We love the smell of a pine tree on board! However, the needles spreading throughout the vehicle are not festive! For everyone’s comfort, be mindful and clean up after transporting your tree.

Follow these principles to stay in harmony with our vehicles and the community and avoid becoming the laughingstock of the neighbourhood!

Safe travels, and drive carefully!