Self Help
Having trouble starting and ending your trip?
Force close your app, reopen, and try again. If you’re still having trouble, call Member Support.
How do I get my refund for what I spend on
fuel/charging?
We always pay for charges and fueling, either in the form of a refund on a previous trip
or through a good ol’- fashioned check (which can take a few weeks). Snap a pic of your
receipt and email it to
fuel@gigcarshare.com.
We’ll start processing the reimbursement via a refund to your card on file within three business days,
though the bank may take up to five days to complete the process.
How do I charge Electric Gigs?
Step 1: Check out
PlugShare to find charging stations near you.
Once you’re at a station, pull up to an available charger.
Step 2: Choose a charger. Remember, only SAE Combo (CCS) connectors at DC fast chargers and Level 2 type
connectors are compatible with your Electric Gig!
Step 3: If you’re at an EVgo station and you have an EVgo account already, you can start charging. If
you don’t already have an EVgo account, download the EVgo app to set one up.
If you’re at an Electrify America station, no need to download an app. Simply pay for the charge and
send us your receipt.
Step 4: Pay for your charge, snap a pic of your receipt and email it to
fuel@gigcarshare.com for a refund.
We’ll start processing the reimbursement via a refund to your card on file within three business days,
though the bank may take up to five days to complete the process.
I have a question about my bill or I'd like to contest a charge.
How do I purchase a Multi-day Rental?
You can prepay for Multi-day Rentals for three, five, seven, or even 30 day trips.
Pricing and days available vary depending on your HomeZone.
To purchase a Multi-day Rental, simply select a car and click on “Multi-Day”.
My Gig is showing a ‘Key not detected’ error.
Lock your car and unlock it again using your app or Gig Card. If
that doesn’t work, give us a call.
What is this $15/$50 charge from Gig on my bank/credit card
account?
We put a $50 hold on your account when you enter a payment card to
verify funds.This verification charge will be lifted from your
account within one to 48 hours, depending on yourfinancial
institution. We put a $15 hold on your account when you start a
reservation to verify your card is up-to-date and valid. You
should see these pre-authorizations drop off your account within
one to seven business days, depending on your financial
institution.
Where can I park?
You can park and end trips in almost any approved space in the
Gig’s original HomeZone.
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2+ hour parking in Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda, and Albany
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Public, residential permit, and metered street spots are fine.
Public lots are not.
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In Sacramento, you can park in any legal street parking spot
(not red, blue, yellow, or posted with other restrictions)
that permits parking for 1 hour or longer. Check the street
signs — if the signs are red, you need a new spot. If they're
green, you're good to go!
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Designated spots in San Francisco, and BART station parking
lots.
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If you’re taking a Gig and parking it in a private, off-street
parking area — like a driveway, an underground garage, office
building, mall, or apartment complex — you must choose “Park
and Come Back” in the app. You can’t end your trip in these
restricted-access areas.
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Mind the curb; don’t park there if it's red, yellow, blue,
green, or white. You also can't end trips in private or public
parking lots (unless we have designated parking).
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Some areas are Red Zoned, meaning you can't end a trip there.
If you're parked near a Red Zone, sometimes the app won't let
you end your trip and you’ll have to call Member Support.
Remember, don't park within 12 hours of city services (like street
sweeping or leaf pick-up), and be sure to read the signs
carefully. Otherwise, restricted parking spaces are always a no-go
(handicapped, loading/unloading, vanpool, etc.). Also, beware of
underground or concrete parking structures, they often have low
cell service and you might not be able to lock/unlock the car
without your Gig Card. So, it’s better to just avoid those
situations. Remember, you’re always required to obey all the usual
signage, restrictions, and bylaws. You’re also on the hook for any
tickets or tows if you park illegally or if you end a trip in a
time-restricted spot.
What fees am I responsible for when using Gig?
There are no signup fees, membership fees, or annual charges for
using Gig. You only pay for your use of the car.
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You are responsible for any tolls on your trip, but we’ll
automatically calculate and add them to your account the
following week. When you sign up, we verify your credit or
debit card with a pre-authorization amount of up to $100.
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When you start a reservation, we place a pre-authorization
hold on your credit or debit card of up to $50 to ensure your
card is up-to-date and valid. Thesepre-authorization holds
will be lifted from your account within 24 to 72 hours,
depending on your bank.
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There are some instances in which you may be charged
additional fees (like if you smoke in the car), which you can
find on the
Rates
page, and in detail in the
Member Agreement.
Can I join if my driver’s license is from outside of the
U.S.?
Even with a foreign driver's license, you are more than welcome to
continue your registration. Due to our insurance regulations, we
will need you to send the following items for review:
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A copy of your international driver’s permit and current
foreign license, or a copy of your international driver's
license.
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A copy of your driving history (in English and dated) from the
entity that issued your driver's license.
We are unable to accept any driving documents that have not been
translated to English.
Who can join?
To join Gig, you must be:
- At least 18 years old.
- Have a valid debit or credit card (not prepaid).
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Have a valid driver's license issued by a state in the U.S.
that has not been suspended, revoked, expired, surrendered,
withdrawn, or otherwise invalidated for any reason.
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Have a driving history that meets our requirements, which
include not having major driving infractions.
You agree to us accessing and reviewing your consumer reports,
including motor vehicle records, to ensure you meet our
eligibility criteria.
Where can I park my Gig outside the main HomeZone?
You can park in any legal spot, but you can’t end your trip and if
it’s metered or paid parking you’re responsible for the
cost. We have free parking lots at popular destinations
surrounding our main HomeZones, like the Oakland International
Airport, the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Sacramento
State University, and several lots in San Francisco. You’ll see
them marked as blue "pins" in the app.
Do I have to refuel after my trip?
Short answer – yes, please leave the Gigs with enough fuel for the
next Members, but you don’t have to pay for it!
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Pay for the fuel out-of-pocket.
- Snap a picture of the receipt.
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Send the receipt photo to fuel@gigcarshare.com, include the
email you use for Gig so we can look you up, or submit your
receipt info
here .
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We’ll reimburse you for the fuel cost either by refunding your
trip, giving you Gig credits, or sending you a check.
I’ve lost or found something in a Gig.
Contact us to report a lost item, and we’ll do our best to help
you locate it.
Find something left behind by someone else? Stick
it in the glove box or trunk, and let us know using the in-app
Member Support button, or call (800) 464‑0889. We do our best to
keep your belongings safe, but we can’t be responsible for any
items that are lost or stolen from our cars.
Does Gig offer a subscription plan?
We offer a $14.99 subscription to waive the $1 unlock fee. If you
are looking for a discounted flat rate for multiple days, visit
our Multi-day Rentals page for more information.