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Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I earn?

$3,396 per year is the average income for casual car sharing. If you drive your car infrequently you could earn even more.

What does it cost to participate?

Its free for Members to list their car on the Bay Islands Car Share platform. Membership costs $10/month.

How do I get paid?

At the end of each month, we will calculate your cars total usage and deposit that amount (minus a service fee) into your bank account. Our service fee is based on a percentage of your total earnings and covers the cost of insurance, roadside assistance, our car share technology systems, and access to our verified community of borrowers. See the Fee Schedule for more information.

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How does the insurance work?

Your vehicle is covered by our fleet policy for the duration of the booking. On top of that we offer an Owner Guarantee; If your car is damaged or lost during a booking and the responsible Borrower doesn’t pay, we will.

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How do I know my car is safe?

Borrowers are verified for identity and good driving records before being approved. Bay Islands Car Share has been sharing its fleet of company owned vehicles since 2017. Over 8,000 trips have been taken since inception.

Where will my car be parked?

All cars listed on our platform are allocated a private off street parking space. For added security our parking yard is equipped with HD CCTV.

Who pays for fuel?

As a valued member of Bay Islands Car Share, you'll find a convenient fuel card in your shared vehicle. This card is there to make your trips smoother — both Owners and Borrowers can use it to pay for fuel. Here's how it works: If you notice the fuel gauge dipping below ¼ tank, it's your cue to fill it up, regardless of whether you're borrowing the car or it's yours. Don't worry about the expenses; although we initially deduct any fuel card charges from the owner's monthly earnings, you earn back every cent through your distance income — you'll get $0.40 for every kilometer the car travels. So, every trip contributes to covering the fuel costs, ensuring no extra out-of-pocket expenses for our dedicated car owners. Just drive, refuel as needed, and we take care of the balancing act in the background!

Car Cleaning

Maintaining a clean car is a joint effort among owners, borrowers, and our platform. We strike a careful balance between upholding excellent standards of cleanliness and affordability. While we aim for the ideal of pristine vehicles, our primary commitment is to ensure our service remains economical and accessible to the community. To ensure these standards are upheld borrowers must return cars clean and ready for the next use. We supplement this with routine cleaning to ensure a minimum cleanliness standard is met. Bay Islands Car Share adheres to a regular detailing schedule: exterior washes every 14 days and interior cleans bi-weekly or post-sixth rental, whichever comes sooner. In between, it's the owners' role to upkeep cleanliness. To facilitate this, a vacuum is available at the Outridge St key locker. This collaborative approach ensures not only a pleasant customer experience but also increases your car's popularity and earning potential. For owners seeking an extra touch, additional vehicle detailing is available upon request for a $40 fee.

How do I manage bookings for my car?

Owners can manage their upcoming bookings from their owner’s dashboard. There they can see upcoming bookings, block out availability and make changes to their listing. If you need help, we’re just a phone call away.

What happens when I want to use my car?

Simply make it unavailable through the owner dashboard. You can block it out for 1 hour, the entire month or anything in between, its up to you.  

Is my car eligible? 

To be eligible to list your car on our platform it must:

  • Be well maintained and mechanically sound.

  • Be no more than 10 years old. 

  • Have an odometer reading less that 200,000

  • Have a value of less than $30,000

  • Have a power rating of less than 200 kilowatts

  • Be a private passenger vehicle with 4 wheels and no more than 12 seats.

Where will my car be parked? 

Member Cars will be allocated a reserved space in our Banana St. parking yard close to the Marina. Spaces are $135 per month and include 24/7 access, HD CCTV security and security lighting. Click the link below to see the parking location:

Parking Location Map

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