Carpool Resources/Tools
A good majority of carpools are started through person-to-person networking. However, there are convenient alternatives. Here you will find a listing of the many online resources that are willing to aide you in your quest to start a carpool. These sites take care of the networking part for you will do the networking bit for you! We update this list every month with the best carpool networking sites out there. The reviews can help you decide what kind of website you should use for your commuting needs!
Craigslist RideShare
The Craigslist RideShare program is widely used for finding passengers to share the cost of gas on road-trips. These are generally single, there and back, trips. This site is pretty barebones; something comparable to putting an ad in the newspaper classifieds...but free!
eRideShare
eRideShare is a free online network tool that connects people interested in sharing a ride for both daily commutes and long-distance travel. They have a nice mapping feature that lets you see routes you might also like to travel on. Their site is a little bit cluttered, but it gets the job done!
Zimride
If you use Facebook you might be interested in Zimride.com because of its integrated app with the program. Zimride is a stand-alone site as well. Since it is used in Facebook, it is slightly more appealing to a younger, more student-based crowd. It features a map system that helps locate potential carpools. We recommend this site for its ease of use and clean design.
e-carpool
This site provides a wonderful tool for ridesharing in Europe. It is intended for both residents and visitors of the continent. As such, it is an invaluable resource for traveling within budget (as foreigners would have a difficult time making the same connections from abroad). In doing so, you will meet many locals, enriching your European vacation experience!
