Swiss car-sharing giant Mobility ends direct sales to the public

No more direct deals: Mobility’s shift to dealer-only sales changes how its 500 retired cars find new owners each year. What’s behind the policy?

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2025 November 22 . 4:13 PM

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In this picture there is a blue color vehicle on the road and there are few stores and people in... — In this picture there is a blue color vehicle on the road and there are few stores and people in the background.

Mobility, the Swiss car-sharing service, phases out between 300 and 500 vehicles each year. Instead of selling them directly to the public, the company now works exclusively with dealers. This shift comes after Mobility stopped private sales due to liability and administrative concerns.

In the past, private buyers could purchase decommissioned Mobility cars directly. That option no longer exists, as the company has moved to dealer-only transactions. The change was made to avoid warranty risks and reduce paperwork.

The company’s decision to restrict sales to dealers simplifies operations and limits liability. Between 300 and 500 decommissioned cars are still sold annually, but only through approved partners. Mobility’s pricing model and maintenance standards ensure the vehicles remain in good condition before resale.