Topic: Zipcar Inc.

Stock markets leap after 'fiscal cliff' compromise, but problems lurk

The House of Representatives passed the budget bill late Tuesday night, a contentious exercise because many Republicans had wanted a deal that did more to cut government spending.

In Gear
Zipcar bought by Avis for $500M cash

Zipcar, the popular car-sharing service, will be bought by rental car company Avis in a cash deal worth nearly $500 million. The merger will help Zipcar meet high weekend demand and should boost Avis' earnings. 

In Gear
New stats drive home Millennials' aversion to cars

A 'perfect storm of unfortunate events' makes it difficult for the auto industry to cater to Generation Y, Read writes.

The Simple Dollar
Is sneaking food into a movie theater ethical?

Movie theater concessions are expensive. On the other hand, when you buy a ticket, you are agreeing to the vendor's rules, which include no outside food. Movie theater food ethics are addressed in question 8 of this week's mailbag.

Modern Parenthood
Teens waiting to get drivers' licenses, prefer public transport

Teens are waiting longer to get their drivers' licenses, according to a new study. They prefer walkable cities and good public transportation to the hassle and cost of maintaining a car.

Stocks down for sixth week, Dow below 12,000

The Dow fell more than 170 points, continuing a losing streak that is the worst since 2002.

Dunkin' Donuts IPO: Doughnuts to go public

Dunkin' Donuts IPO announced. But private owners of parent company won't say when, or how many shares will be created for the Baskin-Robbins and Dunkin' Donuts IPO.

Stocks end mixed after choppy session

The market rallied late in the afternoon, with the Dow closing 14 points up

Google earnings: one of five things to watch April 14

Google earnings aren't just about numbers. New CEO Page will give his first conference call. Also of interest: Zipcar's Nascaq debut and key readings on inflation.

Saving Money
Not driving much? Share your car.

If you drive less than 500 miles a month and live in a city, you could share a car – or sell it and share someone else's.

The Entrepreneurial Mind
More women pursue entrepreneurial careers

In the five years before the recession, women opened more businesses than men. In the three years since then, women have done even better.

Surprise! Women started more firms than men.

Before the recession, women were starting twice as many firms as men. Now, they may do even better.

Horizons
Zipcar parks its iPhone app – finally

How to earn your penny-pincher credentials

Americans are shifting into an era of frugality.

College students adapt to high gas prices

Instead of driving, students opt to walk, ride public transportation, or use Zipcar.

Zip along with shared cars, bikes

The Zipcar and Flexcar merger, and cities' interest in bike-sharing, show openness to novel transit.