Co-Ride, a community-driven carpooling and ride-sharing app made in Sunderland, has launched in beta and is now accepting sign-ups from commuters across the UK.

Co-Ride connects local drivers with passengers travelling the same route. The platform lets users split petrol, parking, and car costs fairly, reach their destinations faster through smart route matching, and reduce their carbon footprint by filling seats that would otherwise sit empty.

Getting started takes minutes: users create a free profile, add their daily route, get matched with nearby riders, and share the journey. Trust and safety are built in from day one, with verified profiles, in-app chat, ratings and reviews, and transparent cost-sharing.

Co-Ride is designed for a broad range of travellers – daily commuters looking to cut costs, students sharing lifts to campus, professionals in corporate offices, and eco-conscious individuals. The company also offers corporate solutions to help employers reduce parking demand, support sustainability goals, and improve employee wellbeing.