• How do I release a car if I’m done using it earlier than expected?

    If your reservation has already started, you will be able to release the vehicle, ending your trip early, by selecting « Release » on the mobile app, or « R » or through your online account, accessible through your branch’s website. Important If you use your key fob or compatible RFID card (OPUS card,…

  • How do I pay my bill?

    In general, payments are automatically charged to the credit card on your account (carte bleue in France). For amounts that are billed monthly, the balance shown on your monthly account statement is charged a few days after the statement is issued. Members in Ontario and Alberta using FLEX vehicles are…

  • How often am I billed?

    For members in Ontario and Alberta, round trips by reservation are billed monthly, and one-way FLEX trips are billed daily. For members in Quebec, Nova Scotia, and Paris, trips are billed monthly. All members receive a monthly account statement.

  • How do push-button start vehicles work?

    More and more vehicles come with push-button start ignitions. For example, the Toyota Prius V, the Yaris hybrid (in Paris), newer Toyota Corollas, most Kia Rios, the Chevrolet Volt, and Nissan LEAF all have push-button start ignitions. To turn on these vehicles, hold down the brake pedal, then press the…

  • Are your vehicles equipped with winter tires?

    All of our vehicles have winter tires installed from November to April. In Paris, our vehicles are equipped with four-season tires year-round. We generally begin doing tire changes in early October and mid April every year. To check if a vehicle has winter tires installed, look for “w.tires” in the…

  • Do you provide accessories such as bike racks or child seats?

    We do not provide bike racks or rooftop cargo carriers, however you are welcome to purchase your own and use them with our vehicles. In Quebec and Paris, child seats are available in some round-trip vehicles. To search for these vehicles, select « Baby s. less than 18 kg”, or “Baby…

  • What kinds of vehicles are available from Communauto?

    We offer a variety of vehicles in the following categories (in ascending order of cargo space): Compact Intermediate Family Minivan Utility Most of the vehicles in our fleet are in the “Compact” category. This is the default category when you search for a vehicle for your trip, so there is…

  • What if an electric vehicle’s battery runs low during my trip?

    In Canada: Electric Circuit cards are available in every 100% electric vehicle. To use a charging station, use the Electric Circuit card located in the key/card holder in the glove box (don’t forget to put it back, otherwise you won’t be able to end your trip properly). Members using an…

  • What is the range on electric vehicles?

    An electric vehicle’s range will vary depending on driving style, weather, terrain and accessories used when driving (in particular, air conditioning and heating). The maximum range of an EV also depends on the specific model of vehicle. For a Chevrolet Bolt or Kia Niro, the range can be up to…

  • How can I get a credit for an expense?

    Purchase receipts for gas, washer fluid, or minor maintenance items such as new wiper blades, can be submitted via the mobile app. To submit receipts: If your reservation is ongoing: Click on “Purchase receipt” in the reservation banner. If your reservation has ended: Select the appropriate trip under “My trips”…

  • When do I fuel the car, and how do the gas cards work?

    While the cost of gas is included in our rates, every member is responsible for making sure they leave the car with at least one-quarter tank of gas at the end of their trip. If the gas level drops below one-quarter tank during your trip, we ask that everyone does…

  • Can I drive on a toll route or bridge with a Communauto vehicle?

    Yes. We will add any toll charges to your monthly invoice once they have been billed to us. We do not bill any additional administration fees for the use of toll roads or bridges. Some branches have toll road or toll bridge transponders in the vehicles for your convenience, as…

  • What happens if the car I used is ticketed and/or towed?

    Whether it’s during your trip or at the end of it, you are responsible for making sure the car is parked in an authorized location. See details of the parking options available in your location for more details. If the vehicle is left in an area with parking restrictions and…

  • What should I do if I receive a ticket during my trip?

    Members are responsible for any vehicle-related fine received during your booking period, whether it is a parking or traffic violation. If you receive a ticket during your trip, you will save a $20 administrative fee if you go ahead and pay it yourself. If you don’t pay it upfront, once…

  • How do I access detailed information about a vehicle or station?

    If the vehicle you have booked is in a station that you are not familiar with, click on the name of the station in the app (from your reservation list, or in the vehicle search tool) to access station information. There you will find instructions for entering/exiting the parking lot…