Introducing Spare Global Impact Report 2024
Every stop is a start
At Spare, we don’t just move people—we create connections. Each trip powered by Spare is an opportunity: a student reaching class, a parent getting to work, or an older adult staying active in their community. From
first-time riders to regular commuters, every journey on Spare makes a difference—connecting people to what matters most.
In 2024, Spare powered millions of trips that reduced emissions, strengthened social connections, and saved money for riders and transit agencies. This report highlights the real-world impact of Spare’s work in 2024—millions of trips powered, emissions reduced, and connections built. Every stop is a start, and every ride makes a difference.
Spare-powered rides connect people to jobs, healthcare, and education, while building stronger communities. Every trip unlocks independence, fosters connections, and makes a real-world impact.
Every ride counts toward a cleaner planet. From reducing emissions to embracing electric vehicles, Spare helps transit agencies build sustainable communities—one trip at a time.
5,500 tonnes of C02e emissions avoided
Equivalent to removing 1,300 cars from the road or planting 110,000 trees.
9% trips using EVs or hybrid vehicles
Cleaner transportation options are reducing emissions and supporting a greener future.
Spare empowers agencies to deliver affordable, efficient services by improving operations, optimizing resources, and expanding capacity. Together, we’re driving growth, meeting standards, and putting riders first.
45% reduction in microtransit costs
Helping agencies save resources to expand and improve their services to riders everywhere.
47% reduction in cost with Open Fleets
Transit agencies reduced per-trip costs by 47% through innovations like Spare Open Fleets
30% reduction in paratransit costs
Helping agencies lower expenses while delivering reliable, accessible transit services for riders with diverse needs.
Find out more about our impact
Our Riders
We run surveys twice a year to understand who uses Spare-powered services and why. These insights help us design better, more inclusive transit solutions for over 12,000 riders.
Our Partners
We help transit agencies lower costs, improve operations, and expand capacity. By integrating seamlessly with existing systems, Spare empowers agencies to put riders first.
Our Society, Our Planet
We’re building a healthier, more sustainable world by promoting shared transit solutions. Together, we’re cutting emissions, reducing car reliance, and creating better connections for everyone.
Overview
At Spare, we help transit agencies modernize paratransit systems and launch microtransit services that make every ride possible—especially for underserved communities. Our easy-to-use tools are built to meet your agency’s unique needs, ensuring reliable, accessible, and compliant services.
With over 18 million rides powered worldwide, Spare is a trusted partner for agencies like APTA's Agency of the Year and Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority. Together, we’re shaping the future of mobility.
For more, visit spare.com or contact us at [email protected].
IMPACT REPORTS
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