Carsharing in neighbourhoods can be a promising solution not only for urban areas but also for less populated areas that are heavily dependent on individual transport. Our study aims to explore the conditions and factors that facilitate peer-to-peer (P2P) carsharing in different neighbourhoods and to identify the differences between those who use P2P carsharing and those who do not. For this purpose, three case studies are conducted. The selected neighbourhoods differ with regard to the usage activity of P2P carsharing services. Cultural differences, variations in awareness and acceptance of collaborative consumption services, diverse attitudes towards cars and geographical characteristics will also be analysed through focus groups. In addition, expert interviews with different stakeholders will provide a deeper understanding of the relationships between the factors supporting or weakening P2P carsharing.

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