LYON, FRANCE: Bluely is the Lyon answer to Paris’ AutoLib. The Bluely model of car sharing, similar to a blend of zipcar and bikeshare with station, is one among several in Lyon. (Others include Sunmoov and Citiz - to be shown in subsequent posts)

Members can reserve both the car and a parking spot (at the end of the trip) on the fly. Rental duration does not need to be known in advance. Memberships range from one week to one year with variable rates. Time-based rates start at 0.20€ per minute and 8.25€ per month within a 1-year  for membership to 0.30€ per minute and no cost for a weekly membership.

These 100% electric cars are equipped with card swipe activation, GPS and onboard computers for in-car reservation management and connection to 24/7 emergency assistance. New single file (one adult and small child) vehicles were recently introduced and attract curious new members.