Investing in Access, Not Ownership: Zoomcar's India Flywheel Takes Off

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Zoomcar (OTCQB: ZCAR) says it has delivered seven consecutive quarters of positive contribution profit while operating an asset-light, zero-CAPEX peer-to-peer car-sharing model in India. The platform reports a community of over 4 million users and an AI-driven stack for dynamic pricing and risk management that management says boosts utilization and margins. Zoomcar positions its Host Flywheel—owner earnings driving supply, utilization, and reinvestment—as central to scalable profitability amid a shared mobility market projected at US $50–60B by 2030.

Leadership highlights discipline on cost, automation, and long-term value creation under CEO Deepankar Tiwari and Chairman Uri Levine.

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• Seven consecutive quarters of positive contribution profit
• 4M+ users on the platform
• Asset-light, zero-CAPEX operating model
• AI-driven pricing and risk to improve utilization and margins

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• None.

With seven consecutive profitable quarters, an asset-light, zero-CAPEX model, and growing AI-led automation, Zoomcar is deepening its lead in India's peer-to-peer car-sharing market.

BENGALURU, India, Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Zoomcar Holdings Inc. (OTCQB: ZCAR) is shaping India's peer-to-peer car-sharing market operating on a model similar to leading mobility platforms in the U.S. and Europe. The company's digital-first model seamlessly connects vehicle owners and renters, offering a scalable, cost-efficient alternative to car ownership for India's rapidly urbanizing population.

With a community of over 4 million+ users and strong organic discovery, Zoomcar has built one of India's most trusted mobility brands. Operating on an asset-light model, the company has achieved seven consecutive quarters of positive contribution profit, validating its ability to scale profitably in a complex, high-demand market.

Profitable Growth Ahead

Zoomcar anticipates substantial growth in the coming years, driven by both expansion into new verticals and continued operational efficiencies that enhance profitability at scale. At the same time, its focus on automation, process optimization, and cost discipline continues to strengthen margins and reinforce the foundation for sustainable profitability. This combination of diversified growth and operational rigor positions Zoomcar to scale responsibly while maintaining strong unit economics.

The Host Flywheel

Zoomcar's growth is powered by its Host Flywheel — a virtuous cycle where strong earnings attract new car owners to the platform, expanding supply and enabling more trip availability for guests. As utilization increases, hosts earn more, further driving reinvestment and new listings. This marketplace loop is reinforced by data intelligence from Zoomcar's AI-powered pricing and risk management system, ensuring hosts maximize returns while guests enjoy reliable access and transparency.

Deepankar Tiwari, CEO, Zoomcar: "We've built a platform that empowers everyday car owners to become micro-entrepreneurs while giving millions of guests flexible, affordable access to cars. The fundamentals are strong, the timing is right, and our model is proven. Every dollar we invest now compounds growth and strengthens our ecosystem."

AI-Driven Platform and Market Tailwinds

Zoomcar's AI-driven technology stack seamlessly integrates automation, dynamic pricing, and predictive insights to deliver operational excellence. The result — a smarter, more efficient platform that compounds profitability with scale.

India's shared mobility market is projected to reach between US $50 billion to $60 billion by 2030, powered by low car ownership (8% vs. 90% in the U.S.), high digital penetration, and urban demand for flexible transport. With over a billion internet users and growing infrastructure investment, the shift from ownership to access is reshaping India's mobility landscape.

Leadership and Governance

Guided by Chairman Uri Levine and CEO Deepankar Tiwari, Zoomcar's leadership combines global mobility vision with local execution strength—balancing discipline, profitability, and long-term value creation.

About Zoomcar:

Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Bengaluru, Zoomcar is India's largest peer-to-peer car-sharing marketplace. Through its digital-first platform, Zoomcar connects individual vehicle owners (Hosts) with users (Guests), offering flexible access to vehicles for self-drive use. The company's mission is to promote smarter, shared mobility that is both economically empowering and environmentally sustainable.

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FAQ

What did Zoomcar announce on November 11, 2025 about profitability (ZCAR)?

Zoomcar announced it has achieved seven consecutive quarters of positive contribution profit.

How many users does Zoomcar report on its platform as of November 11, 2025 (ZCAR)?

The company reports a community of over 4 million users.

What is Zoomcar's operating model and how does it affect capital needs for ZCAR?

Zoomcar describes an asset-light, zero-CAPEX model, reducing the company's capital intensity versus asset-heavy fleets.

How does Zoomcar say its AI technology affects unit economics for ZCAR?

Zoomcar says its AI stack enables dynamic pricing and risk management to raise utilization and strengthen margins.

What market size does Zoomcar cite for India’s shared mobility by 2030 and why does it matter for ZCAR?

The company cites a projected market of US $50–60 billion by 2030, framing significant growth opportunity for access-over-ownership services.