Toyota, Lexus and Servco Say Aloha to Hui – New Car Sharing Service in Honolulu

By Steve & Tamami Laser

Here’s another reason to love the Hawaiian lifestyle and spirit of Aloha. Toyota has introduced a new car-sharing service called “Hui” where locals and tourists alike can sign up to access a fleet of 70 vehicles at 25 locations around Honolulu by the hour or the day.

Part of a global pilot program for Toyota’s shared mobility service platform, approved users can download the Hui mobile app and reserve round-trip, station-based access to vehicles 24/7. Operated by Toyota’s Hawaiian distributor, Servco Pacific, the fleet includes the Prius, Prius Prime, Camry XSE, Lexus RX 350 and RX F Sport.

Designed for ease of use, Toyota says the app handles details like driver ID, payments and authentication. It also grants users access to a digital key to unlock, start, and lock the vehicle using a compatible smartphone.

The app was developed by Toyota Connected North America (TCNA) while the Hui service uses Toyota’s global Mobility Service Platform (MSPF). TCNA and Servco teamed up to launch Hui as one of the first public applications of MSPF.

So, a trip to Foodland, the beach, hula lessons, or a multitude of other activities could potentially become easier.

Note: Toyota says that to utilize Hui, a user must have a valid driver’s license and meet a driving record standard. Qualified users will then be able to download the app onto their mobile phone, register as a member, search for the nearest vehicle, and reserve a date and time.

Information is subject to change without notice

News source and photos courtesy of Toyota Motor Corp., Toyota Connected North America, Inc., and Servco Pacific Inc.

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