The updating of Car2Go driver information is in the spotlight, with fears convicted drivers could be climbing behind the wheel of one of those little blue and white vehicles.
Inspector Michael Watterston tells the Calgary Sun they have questions about the updating of driver information.
Clients do provide a driver’s abstract when they sign up, and are also expected to update their information with the company throughout the term of the contract.
Police say it’s possible a driver who has his or her licence suspended could still be climbing behind the wheel, because the conviction has not been reported to Car2Go.
Car2Go say users have signed a contract and are on the hook for any associated costs while suing their vehicle.
The CEO of MADD Canada, Andrew Murie tells 660News, he is not aware of drivers abusing similar ride share programs in other Canadian cities.
Still Murie recommends stiffer impaired driving laws, and better communication about driver information between governments, police and companies that lease or rent vehicles.
More than 15 thousand people in Calgary have already registered with Car2Go.
Police raise concerns about Calgary ride share program
Kevin Usselman
660News Weather Guarantee
660News Insider Club
660News Blackberry App
Dominic Terry Blog