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Sharing a Car With Friends or Neighbors

If you are thinking about buying a new or used car or leasing a car, start here. You'll find information on negotiating with car dealers, avoiding scams, getting the best deal on car insurance, and what to do if you buy a lemon. You’ll also find useful information on sharing ownership and use of a car with a neighbor or friend, joining or starting a carsharing club, and starting a carpool.

How to Share a Car With Other People

Co-Owning a Car

Here are different ways you can co-own and use a shared car.

Splitting Car Purchase and Maintenance Expenses for a Shared Car

Here’s how to split costs when you share use or co-own a car with a neighbor or friend.

How to Prepare a Carsharing Agreement

Use this carsharing agreement to spell out details, such as use and splitting costs, when you co-own or share a car.

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