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The largest ride sharing network in Europe

Paris, FranceFounded 2006Transportation
Valuation $25–50M Last recorded · 2012
Headcount <100 Current team size
Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding
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About carpooling.com

BlaBlaCar is a pioneering long-distance carpooling service that connects drivers with empty seats to passengers traveling in the same direction. The platform operates in multiple countries, including Belgium, Brazil, Germany, France, Croatia, India, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Serbia, and the United Kingdom. BlaBlaCar serves a diverse range of clients, from solo travelers to groups, providing an economical and eco-friendly alternative to traditional travel methods. The company operates in the shared mobility market, which is growing rapidly as consumers seek more sustainable and cost-effective travel options.

BlaBlaCar's business model is based on a peer-to-peer platform where drivers can list available seats in their vehicles for specific trips. Passengers can then book these seats, often at a lower cost than traditional transportation methods. The company generates revenue through a commission on each booking, ensuring a steady income stream while maintaining affordability for users.

The platform emphasizes trust and safety, incorporating features such as user reviews, verified profiles, and a secure payment system. This focus on reliability has helped BlaBlaCar build a strong community of users who value the social and economic benefits of carpooling.

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At a glance

Status
Acquired
Founded
2006
Headquarters
Paris, France
Employees
2
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
61.3/100
Industry
Travel
Sub-industry
Mobility
Sector
Transportation, Mobility, Travel, Peer-to-Peer, Car Sharing, Ride-Sharing, Car, Micromobility, Sustainable Development Goals, Ride-Hailing, Urban Tech
Business model
Marketplace & ecommerce
Client focus
b2c

Funding history

4 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
ACQUISITION✓Exit Apr 2015 $0 — BlaBlaCar ↗
SERIES C✓Equity / VC Jul 2012 $10M $40M Mercedes-Benz Group —
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Growth signals

carpooling.com website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for carpooling.com is 300 monthly website visits. carpooling.com's team declined 33.3% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits300 1-year team growth-33.3%
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Investors

3 investors on the cap table

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Seed1 investor entered at this stage

Series B and later1 investor entered at this stage

  • Mercedes-Benz Group

Other known investors1 additional known investor

  • BlaBlaCar
Team profiled 9 named & role-tagged
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Key operators 6 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
🇫🇷 France · Paris HQ
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