14 DAY TRIAL // The well-known car sharing network, Zipcar has just announced that its application for Android devices is now out of beta and can be downloaded from Android Market.
Launched on May 5, the beta version of the application allowed Zipcar members to test the application and provide feedback to devs to ensure that the software offers smooth mobile experience.
With the removal of the beta tagline, the application is now faster and more efficient than the version introduced during the beta test, and offers enhancements to the user interface and improvements to user features.
Zipcar 1.0 allows subscribers of the service to search for and reserve Zipcars by time, location and vehicle type.
In addition, members can use the application to view available Zipcars on a map, get directions to the vehicle location and extend or cancel a reservation.
However, the application can be downloaded by non-members as well, as the application offers them the possibility to search for vehicles and vehicle locations, learn more about Zipcar and initiate the membership application process.
“Our members are rapidly transitioning from traditional to mobile devices. With this official release of our Android App, we're responding to the needs of our members. This launch also reflects a cornerstone of the Zipcar brand, our unrelenting commitment to providing the best member experience,” said Scott Griffith, Zipcar Chairman and CEO.
Furthermore, Zipcar also stated that members who do not own a smartphone can use an interactive, automated call line which recognizes members and their reservation status and dynamically changes the options based on where members are in their reservation experience.
“The feedback from our members during the beta test was instrumental in making this first version powerful, easy and fun,” concluded Griffith.
Zipcar 1.0 application is now available as a free download from Android Market and is compatible with all devices running Android OS 2.1 or higher.
