Times Car

Profile narrative

Times Car, also known as Times Car, is a car‑sharing service headquartered in Japan that provides members with on‑demand access to a fleet of vehicles for short‑term use. The service is accessed through a mobile application where users can locate, reserve, and unlock cars parked in designated spots across urban areas. In addition to traditional car‑sharing, Times Car offers hourly and daily rental options that cater to both personal and business travel needs. The platform emphasizes convenience by allowing vehicles to be picked up and returned at the same location or, in some cases, at different stations within its network.

Times Car operates primarily in Japan’s major metropolitan regions, including Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and other large cities where demand for flexible mobility is high. The company differentiates itself by integrating its service with public transportation hubs, allowing users to combine train or subway trips with a car‑share leg for first‑mile/last‑mile connectivity. Its fleet consists of a variety of vehicle types, ranging from compact cars to larger models, to suit different passenger and cargo requirements. Times Car also places a strong emphasis on environmental considerations, promoting fuel‑efficient and hybrid vehicles as part of its sustainability efforts.

The organization is operated by Times 24 Co., Ltd., a joint venture between Mitsui & Co. and Park24, which oversees the day‑to‑day management of the car‑sharing network and its technological infrastructure. As a subsidiary of Mitsui & Co., Times Car benefits from the parent company’s broad industrial expertise and financial backing while maintaining operational autonomy. In September 2026, Times Car disclosed a data breach that affected approximately 66 million user accounts, an incident reported by BleepingComputer that highlighted the scale of the security challenge faced by the service. This event has since prompted the company to review and strengthen its data protection measures.

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