How is Spare different?
Spare powers the largest microtransit service in North America and was the first to modernize paratransit at scale. Together with 100+ agency partners and growing software and fleet partners, we’re helping shape the future of equitable transit, one ride at a time.
We’re already driving real results with leaders in the transit industry
What makes us unique
We do it for the riders
Just like you, Spare is advocating for better rider experiences that are comparable to fixed routes.
We think about the bottom line
We look to cut operating costs in every part of the operation so that you can do more with less.
We innovate like no other
Our rapid innovation is driven by dedicated engineering and forward-thinking customer input.
Exceptional numbers where it matters
98%
OTP Across paratransit services
97%
Rider satisfaction ratings
2.4
Passenger per vehicle hour
Here’s why agency teams choose Spare to power their critical services
We show up
With Spare, your team is in good hands.
Spare’s implementation and customer support teams are in-house, reliable and fast. We show up because we care. Don’t just hear us say it – work with us and believe it.
Enterprise-grade solution
Enterprise-grade solutions built to scale.
Our enterprise-grade platform is fully compliant, scalable, and keeps data private and secure, purpose-built to meet the demands of modern paratransit operations.
Future-proof your transit services
Invest in research & development.
Our platform infrastructure accelerates innovation in a way no other provider can, enabling us to rapidly turn even the smallest of investments in research and development into cutting-edge, impactful transit solutions.
One-size-fits all versatility
A system that's flexible and adaptable to changing conditions.
Spare’s platform offers one-size-fits-all versatility, providing agencies with a flexible, user-friendly tool that adapts to diverse transit needs and use cases.
Introduce flexibility, not lock-in
Effectively meet varying demand patterns without large upfront dedicated fleet investments.
Spare’s open ecosystem approach, with diverse operational modes, empowers transit agencies, partners, and fleet operators to enhance rider experiences and reduce costs.
Leaders in AI in public transit
Integrate AI supported by human insight.
We embed artificial intelligence throughout our platform to enhance decision-making and routing and call center efficiency, resulting in an elevated and seamless customer experience.
Technology like no other
Laser-focused on system efficiency
A routing and optimization engine that does it all – backed by a suite of manual intervention tools.
Aim to exceed compliance
We know the regulations and auditing procedures and apply it where it matters.
Advancing paratransit eligibility
Drive clarity and efficiency with digital eligibility processes that are integrated into operations.
“Spare's track record of cost control, reliable product, and its people will do much more than upgrade East Bay Paratransit's operating platform. Instead, it promises to elevate the commute to medical facilities, schools, workplaces, and social engagements for some of the Bay Area’s most deserving riders."
“Spare represents a leap forward in user experience for PSTA. Its clean design makes it easy and intuitive to use. PSTA staff have full visibility into the live status of nearly all of the trips running, which makes it easy to monitor service and address issues as they arise. The app's introduction gives riders more control and independence over their rides by enabling them to easily plan, book, monitor, and pay for trips within the app. It's these kinds of innovations that truly get us excited.”