An auto-rickshaw transports passengers in Gujarat, India. Photo by lecercle.

They may not be college students, but the CEOs of these two car sharing companies seem to understand this younger generation's needs. Photo via ZIPCAR, INC.

Smartphone technology, increased connectivity and the presence of social networks empower individuals to embark on a new era of personal mobility. Photo by carpooling.com.

Low-carbon, affordable and convenient, Zipcar and other car-sharing programs are gaining popularity with Millennials. Photo by tedeytan.

Are you watching your friends make weekend plans through your Facebook news feed? Are you afraid you’re going to miss out on the action? Well, don’t worry because you’ll never miss a weekend of fun with Zipcar’s new Facebook application!

Fuel efficient and easily accessible car share programs are great incentives to ditch your own vehicle. Photo by reflexblue.

Zipcar’s moto, “Wheels when you want them,” resonated with Baltimore residents, leading to an 11 percent increase in public transport use. Photo by Ian Collins.

Solar panels cover a train tunnel in Antwerp, Belgium, providing enough energy to power 4,000 trains for one year. Photo by Adams K.

BMW and Sixt AG's new car-sharing venture has the potential to cut down vehicular traffic and improve air quality in Munich. Photo by diskostu.