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carpooling.com
The largest ride sharing network in Europe
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.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt 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
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACQUISITION✓Exit | Apr 2015 | $0 | — | BlaBlaCar | ↗ |
| SERIES C✓Equity / VC | Jul 2012 | $10M | $40M | Mercedes-Benz Group | — |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for carpooling.com is 300 monthly website visits. carpooling.com's team declined 33.3% over the past year.
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Investments and acquisitions
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Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
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
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