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San Francisco Startup Getaround Launches Peer-to-Peer Car Sharing in Seattle, Taking 40% Revenue Per Rental

Seattle’s Getaround, a peer-to-peer car-sharing service backed by a San Francisco startup, allows users to rent neighbors' cars via an app, keeping 40% of rental fees. After a rocky start, the service provided a smooth experience, exploring the feasibility of the Airbnb model applied to car rentals.

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