TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Car rental service Carplus announced Monday it cut over 10,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide in 2024.
The company said the reduction was 3,000 metric tons greater than in 2023, driven by the expansion of its hybrid and electric vehicle (EV) fleet, per CNA.
Carplus said more than 1,200 hybrid and EVs were used across its rental, carsharing, and subscription services, covering nearly 110 million kilometers last year.
The company noted a growing consumer shift from car ownership to usage-based models. To align with Taiwan’s net-zero targets, it has broadened its offerings beyond traditional rentals to include carsharing and subscriptions.
The most widely deployed EV in its fleet is the domestically produced Luxgen n7, which emits up to three times less carbon than gasoline-powered vehicles. Carplus said EV adoption is central to building a low-carbon transportation network.
Carplus operates 3,000 shared vehicles through the LINE GO and Carplus Go Smart platforms, with 1,400 self-service stations managed via digital systems. In 2024, its carsharing services logged 400,000 trips and 40 million kilometers—up 91% year-on-year—cutting 5,000 metric tons of carbon emissions.
The company plans to expand into EV maintenance this year, investing in battery and circuitry services. It now offers corporate clients comprehensive carbon-reduction packages, including green energy, charging infrastructure, and all-electric fleet options.
