Meet the Fleet: an electrifying time with Suffolk’s Car Clubs

What did people say?

Councillor Waterman, Leader of West Suffolk District Council, said:

“It was great to meet the team and try out the cars. They’re all shiny new electric vehicles — perfect for people who need to get around but don’t want to buy their own car. I’m proud to be part of the group that helped fund this.”

Katy Bush, who helps run the project as Environment Strategy Project Manager, added:

“We were really happy to see so many councillors and staff come along. It was a great chance to show how simple it is to use the car clubs. We hope they’ll now share the idea with residents and even try the cars themselves!”

What Are Car Clubs?

Car clubs are a smart way to travel sustainably via car without owning one. Since June, Suffolk has been rolling out electric car clubs in different areas of the county. Here’s how they work:

Why are they so great?

• You can book a car for just a few minutes, a few hours, or even a whole day
• You only pay for the time you use and the miles you drive
• The cars are electric, so they’re better for the environment
• Using the Car Clubs can help reduce traffic, parking problems, and air pollution

Want to Learn More?

Plug in Suffolk is running an 18-month trial of the Car Clubs. If you’re curious or want to try one out, visit the Co Wheels website.