Shared Car as Mobile Toilet
Shared cars have indeed been used as 'mobile toilets' in some cases, but this is not the most critical reason for their withdrawal from the market; the main reason lies in business model issues.
During the operation of shared cars, there have indeed been some uncivilized usage phenomena, with being used as 'mobile toilets' being one of the more extreme examples. Some netizens have reported finding human excrement in the trunks of rented shared cars. The online stories about finding unknown excrement in the trunk, chewing gum stuck to seats, and used tissues hanging on steering wheels are actually real operational nightmares that have occurred. These uncivilized behaviors not only cause great distress to subsequent users but also increase the cleaning and maintenance costs for shared car operators, negatively impacting the image of the shared car industry.
However, these uncivilized behaviors are not the most critical reason for the withdrawal of shared cars from the market. The main reason for the withdrawal of shared cars lies in the numerous issues with their business model. Firstly, shared cars operate under a heavy-asset model, requiring substantial investment in vehicle purchase, maintenance, insurance, and other aspects, resulting in high costs for operators. Secondly, the usage scenarios for shared cars are relatively limited, mainly suitable for short-distance travel and specific scenarios, making it difficult to meet the diverse travel needs of users. Additionally, the uncertainty of user behavior also poses challenges to the operation of shared cars. Uncivilized usage and illegal driving not only increase operational costs but also affect the experience of other users.
In summary, although uncivilized behaviors such as using shared cars as 'mobile toilets' have caused certain troubles to the industry, the main reason for their withdrawal is still the issues with their business model. These problems make it difficult for shared cars to sustain development in the market competition, ultimately leading to the withdrawal of some operators.
