Co Wheels

Co Wheels is a British car-sharing club and social enterprise that provides an environmentally friendly, socially just, community-based alternative to private car ownership. It operates pay-as-you-go car clubs, pool car fleet management and franchise operations in over 60 towns and cities across the United Kingdom, supported by a 24/7 call centre. Members sign up online and gain instant access to a fleet of more than 700 vehicles, which can be found, booked and unlocked through the Co Wheels app or website. The service is designed to help members save money, reduce car ownership and lower emissions by making lower-emission transport available to everyone. As a community interest company, Co Wheels positions itself differently from traditional commercial car hire firms. It emphasises transparent pricing with no added extras for young drivers or weekend rates, and it markets itself as the smart alternative to the costs of ownership — no loan costs, garage bills, MOTs, tax, insurance or petrol bills. The fleet is organised into vehicle tiers such as City, Everyday and Family, with hourly, daily and per-mile rates that vary by location. Co Wheels also serves businesses, NHS trusts, local authorities, universities and property developers through corporate accounts, pool car fleet management and car clubs tied to planning obligations. Co Wheels is financed and backed by SAIC Motor Corporation, one of the world's largest car manufacturers, which owns the MG brand in the UK. This backing supports the operator's innovation and smart mobility solutions. The organisation has expanded significantly across London and other UK regions, and its network continues to grow through partnerships with councils and other organisations. Its stated primary focus is to reduce car use and environmental impact while delivering best-in-class customer service, as reflected in independent Trustpilot reviews.

Co Wheels was set up to provide an environmentally friendly, socially just, community-based alternative to car ownership. It has grown to become the UK's largest community interest car club operator, running pay-as-you-go car clubs, pool car fleet management and franchise operations in over 60 towns and cities across the UK, supported by a 24/7 call centre. The organisation is financed and backed by SAIC Motor Corporation, one of the world's largest car manufacturers, which owns the MG brand in the UK. This backing has helped Co Wheels pursue innovation and smart mobility solutions. Over time, Co Wheels has expanded its geographic footprint across the United Kingdom. Its location list includes major cities such as London, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Bristol, Newcastle, Oxford, Reading and many smaller towns, as well as more remote areas such as the Orkney Isles. The operator has also developed corporate services for businesses, NHS trusts, local authorities, universities and property developers, positioning car clubs as an alternative to the "grey fleet" and as a transport solution tied to planning obligations. In 2026, Co Wheels announced several expansion milestones. In March it launched its first shared cars in Exeter from £7.50 an hour. In June it continued to grow its London network, adding vehicles in Wandsworth, Lambeth, Barnet, Sutton and Redbridge, alongside developments in Tower Hamlets, Greenwich and Islington. By August it reported vehicles available across 14 London boroughs, and it formed a new partnership with Brent Council to expand car-sharing access for residents. The company also marked Car Free Day by encouraging travellers to rethink their journeys.

• Co Wheels launched its first shared cars in Exeter from £7.50 an hour.

• Co Wheels expanded its London network with new vehicles in Wandsworth, Lambeth, Barnet, Sutton and Redbridge.

• Co Wheels reported vehicles available across 14 London boroughs.

• Co Wheels partnered with Brent Council to expand car-sharing access for residents.

The smart alternative to car ownership — an environmentally friendly, socially just, community-based car club with transparent pricing and no hidden extras.

• Pay-as-you-go car club

  Members find, book and unlock vehicles via the Co Wheels app or website, with hourly, daily and per-mile rates.

• Pool car fleet management

  Fleet management service for NHS trusts, local authorities, universities and large organisations as an alternative to the grey fleet.

• Franchise operations

  Co Wheels operates franchise operations in over 60 towns and cities across the UK.

• Corporate business accounts

  Business travel solution with easy booking, flexible options and 24-hour customer service.

• Car clubs for property developments

  Transport solutions meeting planning obligations relating to Section 106, Section 75 and travel plans.

1. 1Car Share: Co Wheels Car Club | Co Wheelsco-wheels.org.uk
2. 2About Us | Co Wheelsco-wheels.org.uk
3. 3Corporate | Co Wheelsco-wheels.org.uk
4. 4Blog | Co Wheelsco-wheels.org.uk
5. 5Co Wheels - Wikidatawikidata.org