Jaunt around downtown Columbia

Jaunt is a free rideshare service in downtown Columbia.

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The Jaunt services several districts around dowtown Columbia. | Photo by COLAtoday

David here 👋 Let me share my first experience with Jaunt, a free ride-share service in downtown Columbia — but tips are always welcome.

I was sitting in the front window of Indah Coffee when the six-door Jaunt vehicle drove by wrapped in an advertisement for Cutwater, a brand of alcoholic canned cocktails. It caught my attention, so when I was ready to leave, I decided to try it out. I texted the number (803) 929-8999 and within minutes, the Jaunt was there to pick me up.

The electric vehicle was comfortable and perfect for a quick zip down Main Street. It’s able to operate free of charge thanks to advertisements inside and outside the vehicle.

Try it for yourself. Current hours are Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. + Fri.-Sat. 7 p.m.-1 a.m.

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David is based in Columbia, SC where he’s lived since graduating from UofSC’s School of Journalism in 2006. In his 20+ years in the Soda City, he founded Scene SC, an outlet covering the SC music scene, and has contributed to local publications including SCETV, Jasper Magazine, Free Times, and The Post and Courier. He currently serves on boards for One Columbia for Arts and Culture and the Jam Room Music Festival.