Socar Offers 30% Permanent Discount on Electric Vehicle Rental Fees in Seoul

Discount Coupons Usable Regardless of Weekdays or Weekends

[Asia Economy Reporter Jin-gyu Lee] Socar announced on the 11th that it will promote the spread of electric vehicle car-sharing culture through continuous discounts on electric vehicle rental fees in cooperation with Seoul City Nanum Car.

Socar, in collaboration with Seoul City Nanum Car, will provide a 30% discount coupon on electric vehicle rental fees within Seoul until October. The coupon can be used freely regardless of weekdays or weekends.

Last month alone, Socar expanded its electric vehicle operation scale and lineup by adding 30 Kona EVs. As of May, it operates about 200 electric vehicles in Seoul and approximately 330 nationwide, the largest scale in the country. The vehicle lineup includes various electric vehicles such as Kona EV, Bolt EV, and Ioniq EV.

To enhance the convenience of using electric vehicles, policies have also been revised. Previously, customers could rent and return vehicles at their desired locations through the 'Call Service' or use electric vehicles only at Socar Zones equipped with charging infrastructure. However, recently, the 'Charge and Return' service was introduced, allowing electric vehicle use even at general Socar Zones without charging infrastructure.

Han Seo-jin, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Socar, said, "We will strive to actively expand the use of electric vehicles that align with the purpose of car-sharing to solve social issues such as climate change and air pollution through sharing."

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