Hourcar to shut down after 20 years, ending Evie carshare service

A Twin Cities electric car-sharing service will shut down on Thursday, citing financial challenges.

After 20 years, Hourcar said it will end its operations at noon, bringing Evie carshare service in Minneapolis and St. Paul to a close. The nonprofit operated Evie and said the vehicles will no longer be available after Thursday.

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What led to this?

The nonprofit said rising vehicle insurance costs, higher operating expenses, and reduced federal support created a funding gap of about $625,000. Hourcar said it was pursuing funding commitments, cutting cos...