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Damage Awareness Month: Prevention

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For the month of October, we have been exploring the topic of damage. The next two posts feature a pair of comics that we hope will entertain and inform! First up: Damage Prevention.

Damage Prevention Comic

Carshare vehicles tend to take a bit more of a beating than your average car, truck, or van. This is because there are different people behind the wheel every day, sometimes every few hours, and they all have different driving habits. Some people are experts with parking in small spots, while others may have less experience driving large vehicles. We encourage defensive driving, staying alert and aware of all your surroundings, and always taking the weather and road conditions into account – this is hands down the best way to prevent damage from happening in the first place.

When damage occurs, minimizing the amount of time that a vehicle is taken out of service is always at the top of our minds, but preventing the damage from happening in the first place is something we can all have a hand in. Without further ado, here is comic number one … Damage Prevention.

Enjoy!

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Damage Awareness Month: Insurance

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For the month of October, we will be exploring the topic of damage here on the blog. This week we’re talking about insurance!

Our carsharing service takes the hassle out of owning a vehicle. When you’re done with your booking, simply return the vehicle and walk away! We cover the cost of fuel, maintenance, and insurance!

But what happens if a vehicle is damaged during your booking?

There are three coverage options available to members, which can help reduce or remove your damage fee. These options include our Basic Coverage, Damage Pool and third-party Collision/Loss Damage Insurance options (CLDI).

Damage Awareness Month: Insurance

Basic Coverage
All members are covered by Peg City Car Co-op with basic coverage of up to $1000 damage fee in the event of an at-fault collision and $4,800,000 Third Party Liability (TPL). This means in the event of an unfortunate incident causing at-fault damage to a Co-op vehicle during your booking, your damage fee is up to $1000. Personal Injury Protection (PIPP) coverage (bodily injury) also applies to drivers and passengers while they are occupying the vehicle in Manitoba.

If a Co-op vehicle is stolen during your booking, you could pay up to $1000, plus downtime at the regular hourly rates. Vehicle theft is easily preventable if you fob out properly – every time you stop and park – the vehicle cannot be stolen. Pretty neat, huh?

Damage Pool
Members can join Peg City’s Damage Pool for $50/year. This coverage includes all aspects of Peg City Car Co-op’s basic insurance, plus you will not be required to pay the $1000 damage fee in the event that a Co-op vehicle is damaged during your booking. Instead, the money will come out of the pool! You can apply to re-join the damage pool if you are in an at-fault incident. The Damage Pool covers all drivers on the account.

CLDI 
Many credit cards now offer Collision/Loss Damage Insurance (CLDI) that includes carsharing. In the event of a collision, Peg City will provide all the necessary documents for to you to bring to your credit card provider, and they will reimburse you directly for the total cost of the damages. With VISA or MasterCard CLDI coverage, you would be fully covered by the credit card company for any damage to a Co-op vehicle. Your card may not cover certain vehicles (for example, pick-up trucks), so always check with your provider to find out what their restrictions are!

If you’re already a driver with Peg City, adding the Damage Pool or CLDI to your account is easy – simply log in, and click on Damage Coverage, found under the My Account tab. For more details take a look at our Member Manual.

Of course, we hope that there is never any reason to invoke your carsharing insurance, but we want to make sure our members know what their options are. If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch!

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October is Damage Awareness Month

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For the month of October, we will be talking about all-things damage here on the blog. 

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We need to work with our members to keep our vehicles in the best shape possible, and as we move into the cold weather months, it’s the perfect time to talk about reporting – and preventing – damage. This month, we will be highlighting how prevention keeps carsharing costs low, special vehicle features to help you stay safe and warm, plus winter driving tips, and more.

From October to March, Winnipeg sees a lot of snow, coupled with quick thaws and deep freezes. Our roads take a beating during our winters, but our vehicles don’t have to! Driving fast and accelerating unnecessarily increases fuel and maintenance costs. Factor in those icy roads, it also increases your chances of a collision, and more collisions lead to higher premiums, which unfortunately means higher costs for members.

Here are a few excellent reminders and tips for winter driving, shared by Manitoba Public Insurance:

• Stay sharp – be a defensive driver. Beware of icy spots – bridges, overpasses, just before intersections and shady spots. Watch for other drivers who may be sliding. Slow down near vehicles stopped by the side of the road.

• Prepare for severe conditions. Check road and weather conditions. Avoid driving altogether in severe weather.

Remember, when inclement weather makes driving downright impossible or dangerous, we will cancel your booking at no cost!

• See and be seen. Before leaving, clear snow and ice off your vehicle and wait for foggy windows to clear up. Turn headlights on during heavy snow or sleet. On sunny days, use the visor and/or polarized sunglasses. Advance cautiously at snowbanks.

• Drive smoothly. Accelerate, brake and make turns gradually, gently. Brake sooner.

• Keep plenty of following distance between you and the vehicle ahead. In ideal conditions, leave four seconds on city streets and six seconds on highways. In winter, leave considerably more.

We take care of outfitting every car, van and truck in the fleet with winter tires, ice scrapers, windshield washer fluid, and snow brushes. If the vehicle you’ve booked has a backup camera, remember to give the camera lens a wipe at the start of your booking to clear away dirt and debris.

Keep an eye out for our next blog post, all about how we keep track of damage and the role our members play. Stay tuned!

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Where to go: Grand Beach

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Since COVID 19 began, we have not been able to travel. However, now that restrictions have been lifted, we have decided to have our first camping experience in Manitoba!

– Submitted by Gennaro Costantino, Co-op Member

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Re:Member – Peg City works with developers!

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As a carsharing company, everyone knows us for, well, our carsharing service, but few people realize that we also work with the city’s planning department and developers to facilitate in-fill development! That’s right, your locally owned carsharing co-op is also helping to build a denser, more sustainable city!

Peg City’s Managing Director Philip Mikulec discusses how carsharing supports the development of in-fill housing in Winnipeg’s urban core!

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Where to go: The Honkey-Tonk Chalet

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Join members Colby and Mandalyn on an off-road adventure to the Honkey-Tonk Chalet and Stephenfield Provincial Park.

Despite having almost no social interactions within the last two months, my partner Mandalyn and I decided it was time to get away from it all and spend an impromptu long weekend-for-two at a friends cabin-in-the-woods.

Kinetic molecular theory

Kinetic molecular theory: letting off steam.

At the heart of this journey was a need for a natural space that offered minimal distraction and enhanced focus for personal projects. For Mandlyn, this involved studying for a chemistry course needed for their Midwifery program at the University of Manitoba. For me, the goal was to tinker with a new set of camera lenses and expand my photography and videography practice.

So we booked car 51, loaded up the dual bike racks, filled our cooler with fresh veggies from our Fireweed Food Co-op CSA and headed off to the Honkey-Tonk Chalet: an off-grid, 400 square foot a-frame cabin just outside of Roseisle, Manitoba. This cosy abode features no running water, no electricity, a humanure composting toilet and impeccable lighting.

Hyundai Kona

All Wheel Drive: Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is everything I want in an adventure car. The back seats fold down for transporting gear and coolers; pre-installed provincial park pass; dual bike racks on the roof for style points; bluetooth connection for broadway singalongs; two USB charging ports to minimize conflict; and last but not least: all wheel drive!

You see, the Honkey-Tonk Chalet is located off of a dirt road, through a farmers field, down a steep-muddy valley, along a meandering ATV trail, and rests upon stilts just above an old creek. Sure, we had to clear a couple of fallen poplars off the path from storms-gone-by, but once we popped into AWD the Kona tackled this treacherous terrain with the grace of a feral mongoose.

Honkey-Tonk Heaven

Honkey-Tonk Heaven

The Chalet is the perfect space to declutter the mind. There is no cell signal sending us constant reminders, no powered screens to keep us blue-lit until 1 am.

Forest-filtered sunlight fills the full-sized front windows during the day, while candlelight brightens up what’s left before bed. We spent the mornings chatting over fresh coffee while nibbling on fruit for breakfast. Each afternoon included photography, revising chemistry notes and the horrid skrelching of my amateur cornet skills.

Sure, there was also no flushing toilet, which for some may be a deal-breaker, but our sewer backed up two hours after we got home from this trip, so even the composting bucket-toilet felt like a luxury.

Lunch Break

Lunch Break

Armed with a cast-iron pan, loads of snacks and a love of sandwiches, we nipped and nibbled our way through the weekend. We brought a big bag full of cherries, a loaf of crusty sourdough, some spicey sausages, a bit of bacon, and a bag of potatoes. We also brought milk: milk was a bad choice, but it was nice for the first day or so in our coffee.

It was nice to wake up with the sun and have the time to let your body call the shots:

“Coffee please, ooh and a slice of cucumber”, or “Are you thinking about a sandwich? Because I am.”

And when the heat of the day insisted, we made our daily trip to the beach.

Beach Day and Bike Trails

Beach Day and Bike Trails

In the heat of the afternoon, we would mosey on down to Stephenfield Provincial Park to soak up some rays. Just 15 minutes from the HTC, Stephenfield features a short stretch of beach, yurt rentals, camping, walking and a network of walking and bike trails. Aside from the Sunday, where entry into the park was free, the beach was largely unoccupied. We rolled up with picnic blankets and snacks galore, ready for a day of vigorous study.

In all honesty, we did more drying off in the sun than rigorous study, but that is to be expected given the gorgeous weather we had all weekend.

Bringing it all home

Bringing it all home

Wrapping things up, I’d like to break down why I enjoy using Peg City Car Co-op for trips like this.

First, I have no interest in paying for the full cost of owning a car. Specifically, I mean the cost of maintenance, insurance, cleaning, up-fitting, parking, financing, fueling etc., that would be necessary to access a vehicle of this calibre.

I live centrally and bike most places, so I only need this type of vehicle for 2-3 trips per year. The cost of our trip to the Honkey-Tonk Chalte, in total, was less than a single month of vehicle insurance. So given that Peg City also covers the cost of purchasing and installing bike racks, park passes, cleaning and fuel for the trip, I’m already saving hundreds of dollars.

Looking at the big picture, last year I spent about $1,750 on carsharing in total, as opposed to the $6,000-$9,000 that the average Canadian pays annually to own and operate a compact private automobile. That’s big money. That’s like three years of savings, and you have a down payment on a house, kind of money.

Carsharing with Peg City is a breeze. I can book the vehicle I need when I need it. All I have to do is make sure the car is clean and fueled up for the next person and drop it off back in its spot. Done.

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How To: Washing Cars and Earning Credit

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Peg City is glad to reimburse members for washing cars so long as the car is cleaned inside and out with before and after photos emailed along with your receipt. We’ll also add a $10 driving credit to your account as a thank-you!

Peg City staff washing cars

Carsharing and Cleanliness

Peg City staff clean and inspect vehicles on rotation, so evidence of other drivers and outdoor conditions is a normal part of carsharing.

Depending on the season, you’ll likely notice some level of dirt and debris on the vehicle exterior and interior floor mats when driving Peg City. That said, members are expected to clean up after themselves and their pets. Let’s talk reasonable expectations.

PCCC staff cleaning interior

How Much Mess Is Too Much Mess?

If you arrive at your vehicle to find garbage left behind, interior spills, or pet hair on the upholstery, please snap photos and submit them through the Damage/Maintenance report in the Peg City app. You can also send us a quick email. We’ll follow up with previous drivers and schedule the appropriate service in a timely fashion.

Transporting pets

Guidelines for Transporting Pets

Our members rely on our service for various needs, including caring for and transporting their furry friends! Pets must travel in a carrier or on a barrier in the cargo area of the vehicle. Please respect other members by cleaning up all pet hair, paw prints or other such messes before returning your car.

peg city car coop member washing cars

Washing Cars and Earning Credit

If a vehicle’s interior becomes noticeably dirty during your booking,

1. Visit any coin-opMidtown car wash, or Chamois

2. Take before and after photos, and clean the vehicle inside and out!

3. Send us an email with the photos and receipts. We reimburse up to $25 per wash as much as twice a month. Plus, we’ll add a $10 driving credit to your account as a thank-you.

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Re:Member – Bike racks, trailer hitches, and more!

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Re:Member, Peg City Car Co-op members have access to a diverse fleet of vehicles, featuring bike racks and other accessories! Here is how to custom tailor your next booking.

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Accessorize your ride

Peg City Car Co-op has a vehicle for every occasion, so whatever your plans, you’ll find a ride that fits your trip. We offer a wide selection of vehicles from hatchbacks to cargo vans, featuring accessories such as bike racks, trailer hitches, provincial park passes, car seats, and more!

Peg City Car Co-op car, friends unloading bikes off of bike rack

Racks & hitches

Bike racks

This year we will be installing 8 Thule bike racks on vehicles ranging from hatchbacks, SUVs and crossovers. Each rack can carry two bikes and can be set up by following these easy-to-use instructions. We’re making it easier than ever to hit the trails this summer, all vehicles sporting a bike rack will also come equipped with a provincial park pass!

Peg City Car Co-op Truck with Canoe on the roof rack

Roof racks

One if by land, two if by… canoe?

For those of us who are not big on bikes but still have big adventures planned, we have a total of 17 vehicles equipped with roof racks for hauling skis, canoes, and cargo boxes.

vehicles equipped with trailer hitches

Trailer hitches

For those who are in it for the long haul, we have six vehicles equipped with trailer hitches, including mini-vans and half-ton trucks.

Peg City Car Co-op Van at the beach

Provincial park passes

This year we’re adding provincial park passes to half of our fleet! Whether you are hitting the beach or taking a weekend trip with the family, Peg City is there to take the hassle out of your weekend plans. Search for vehicles with park passes when booking your next summer fun day!

Peg City Car Co-op Van with family

Special cargo

Car seats

Members can now book a car with a pre-installed child car seat. We have installed Britax, Boulevard Clicktight child car seats in 10% of our vehicles, located in select neighbourhoods. This car seat is acceptable for use for children between 5 and 65 lbs and is easily adjustable. You can find installation instructions and user info here.

Members are welcome to make a complimentary 1-hour booking to visit one of our vehicles to inspect and get acquainted with this child seat. So long as no driving is done, we will waive the booking charges. Contact Member Services for more info.

Stow and Go

Search for flexible seating options! Members can find vehicles with up to eight seats and storage options like stow-and-go seating.

Loading Peg City Car Co-op Van at IKEA

Vehicle options

Peg City is proud to offer a diverse selection of vehicles for our members. We have over 60 cars, trucks, mini-vans, SUVs, crossovers, hybrid-electric vehicles, and cargo vans to choose from.

Picking up four kids from hockey practice? VAN

Towing a small trailer or hauling lumber? TRUCK

Running errands without ruining the environment? HYBRID

Find the ride that fits your trip!

Finding the right vehicle for your next booking is easy. Search for “Vehicle Types” and “Required Features” when making your next booking!

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10 Years of Carsharing

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We can’t believe it’s been 10 years! So much has changed since our first three cars came into service. Today we are chatting with some of our original board members and volunteers. Back in the days before key fobs, when a small group of volunteers had a vision for a car-free lifestyle.

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Re:Member – Business memberships

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Peg City provides a flexible transportation solution for businesses of all sizes. Our fleet of cars, trucks, SUVs and cargo vans can be booked online 24/7 to get you where you need to be.

Tired of paying for parking downtown? Sick of messing around with km reimbursements, capital purchases, vehicle maintenance, and insurance?

Our Business Memberships provide each driver with a personal key fob and an online account, allowing them to book a vehicle, where and when they need it. Our software organizes the booking charges for your entire organization and sends you a single monthly invoice.

Give your bookkeeper the day off: start carsharing today!

Find a plan that fits

Co-Op Member

Co-op Member

For entrepreneurs and small businesses who need occasional access to vehicles: from mom-and-pop to start-ups. Pick up supplies, meet with clients, and minimize capital costs. If you’ve got a project, Peg City has a ride to fit your trip.

Our Co-op Members pay $0 monthly fees, can add drivers to their accounts and have the flexibility to upgrade to Member + any month they choose. Check out our plans page for rates and details.

Co-Op Member+

Co-op Member +

For small teams running flexible, lean operations in the Downtown and core areas of Winnipeg. You are on the go and have diverse needs. Book a car to meet with clients, a truck to pick up materials, or a cargo van to move the big stuff. See pickup locations here.

Access the lowest hourly rates on our Member+ plan! Receive a single monthly invoice and take advantage of convenient payment options. Check out our plans page for rates and details.

Corporate Member

Corporate Membership

For large teams and corporate offices in the downtown/core Winnipeg area.

Make your office more sustainable by incentivizing your employees to bike, walk, or bus to work, while using carsharing instead of personal vehicles to get to important business meetings, pickup/deliver supplies and project materials. You can even offer access to carsharing as an employee perk!

You are looking to save on parking expenses, streamline transportation expense tracking, and keep things organized via a single monthly invoice! Remember, we cover the fuel, insurance, maintenance and more! See rates.

Non Profit Member+

Non-Profit Member+

No matter the size, non-profit organizations are busy serving their community. Avoid the hassle of vehicle purchases, maintenance and operation costs that are not in your mission statement… or budget!

Our Non-Profit Member+ plan gives you 24/7 access to our fleet of vehicles, at our lowest hourly rates and $0 monthly fees. Let us help you avoid the capital purchase of vehicles, save on parking expenses, and manage transportation costs via a single monthly invoice!

Get access to a wide range of vehicles for deliveries, meetings, and project materials. We cover fuel, insurance, maintenance and more!

Contact us to register on our Non-Profit Member + plan!

What’s included

Vehicle Access

24/7 access to our fleet of hatchbacks, trucks, SUVs, mini-vans and cargo vans.

Gas

The cost of fuel is always covered by Peg City. Fill up at any fuel retailer in Canada with our Shell fuel card.

Insurance

Learn more about the damage coverage options that are available to you. 

Cleaning

We clean and sanitize our vehicles on a regular rotation. Learn about our COVID-19 cleaning policies to see how our staff are addressing additional sanitation needs.

Perks

Peg City Members can earn driving credits, enjoy discounts with local partners, and get free overnight hours! Check out the Member Perks page to find out more.

Join today!

Find a plan that fits your unique business needs and start carsharing today!

Contact Member Services by email or call 204-793-3912.

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