Member stories
As Australia's largest peer-to-peer car sharing platform, we've enabled thousands of people to offset the cost of owning a car - as well as helping the environment and their local community. Check out the articles in this section to discover stories from real Uber Carshare members.
Carless in Coburg: How Priyam made it work with the help of Freddy Kluger
Discover why one Kluger called Freddy became Priyam’s favourite answer to being carless in Coburg. Learn how she transported her dog, took weekends away, and even catered a wedding.
Saving Memories: How Uber Carshare Made Our Dog's Final Family Holiday So Good
“We fitted four adults, two kids, all our bags and the dog in the back. And we saved $3000 on car hire costs.” Ameet took his family on one final trip with their Labrador last year. Join their heartwarming journey to find out how, where – and did it get the final approval of a wagging tail?
Why This Couple Toured the Royal National Park in a Convertible
“Renting a convertible made all the difference. It was one of the best drives of my life.” Gregory loves to drive cars. But for this frugal Sydneysider, choosing Uber Carshare is about more than that – it also keeps the costs down. Discover why a Data Analyst and a Doctor live car free.
How this Sydney woman turned her rarely-used car into savings for a trip to Europe
“If you've got a car and live in an area that's quite busy and close to the city, yeah, I would recommend it.” Learn how Naomi covers her car costs and tops up her savings with just a few hours of work each week – it even helped her fly to Europe. One thing she tried makes her case extra special.
Two homes, two kings and a unique moving challenge
Moving can be daunting for anyone, but when you're a Drag King performer with a lot of props and costumes, it becomes a unique challenge.
Making the most of your long weekend staycation
Left your long weekend plans to the last minute? Never fear, Uber Carshare is here to show you how to have an amazing long weekend on a tight budget.
How car share helped Roz combat period poverty
Sustainability and design have always interested Roz. When she learnt about period poverty and the huge impact it has on the lives of women, their communities, and the environment, she set out to make a difference.
One hybrid car and a high-density community: how Uber Carshare helps Melbourne’s inner north live more sustainably
Discover how sharing one hybrid car is helping lower the emissions of an entire community. See how it pays for itself, and enables some profound cultural shifts as well.
