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Thomas Ceccaldi

Electric car rental expert

  • Electric car rental
  • Electric car range
  • Electric car charging
  • Premium electric cars

Highlights

- Entrepreneur in the automotive industry, with proven expertise in the ecological transition.

- Founder of Jool and Roadstr, two innovative projects leading their respective fields.

- Strong background in automotive digital marketing, having worked with iconic brands such as Renault and Dacia.

Experience

Thomas Ceccaldi is a recognised expert in the automotive industry, combining entrepreneurship with environmental commitment. In 2024 he co-founded Jool, the first service dedicated to electric car rental, with a mission to reduce the carbon footprint of personal transport.

Before that, he created and ran Roadstr, a premium peer-to-peer car-sharing marketplace in France, which he grew from zero to a seven-figure revenue and broke even before fully turning to projects with environmental impact.

His career has been marked by senior roles in automotive digital marketing. At Marcel and Buzzman, he worked on landmark campaigns for Renault, Dacia, Orange and Sosh, contributing to their visibility and online engagement.

Education

- Software engineering bootcamp, Le Wagon (2014)

- Master's Degree, IÉSEG School of Management (2001-2007). Final thesis: "Taking the environment into account when buying a new car: myth or reality?"

- Exchange semester, Copenhagen Business School (2006)

- Exchange programme, Tecnológico de Monterrey (2003-2004)

Philosophy & interests

Thomas approaches every project with a strategic vision and a deep commitment to sustainable development. He creates content and solutions aligned with these values, while remaining passionate about cars, cycling, travel and shared moments with family.

Latest articles

Self-driving cars in 2026

Self-driving cars in 2026

Mar 23, 2026 actualite

Tesla has just submitted its homologation file in the Netherlands. A snapshot of where self-driving stands in 2026 across France and Europe.

Going abroad: what should I do with my car?

Going abroad: what should I do with my car?

Dec 19, 2025 Insights

Moving abroad? Discover what to do with your car: keep it, sell it, or entrust it to a trusted partner to make it pay for itself.

Carbon footprint: can we divide car emissions in France by six?

Carbon footprint: can we divide car emissions in France by six?

Apr 18, 2025 Insights

The short answer: yes. At Jool we're convinced it's the right path. Here's why.

Off to Auvergne

Off to Auvergne

Apr 18, 2025 Travel

Village life in one of the most beautiful corners of France.

Off to Ghent

Off to Ghent

Apr 18, 2025 Travel

A getaway to one of Belgium's most underrated little cities.

Off to the Maison Sauvage

Off to the Maison Sauvage

Apr 18, 2025 Travel

A quiet house tucked away in the forest. Perfect with family or friends.

Off to la Manche

Off to la Manche

Apr 18, 2025 Travel

A weekend around Granville (a.k.a. the Monaco of the North).

Off to live the château life 🏰

Off to live the château life 🏰

Apr 18, 2025 Travel

A medieval-style fortress being built today using period techniques and materials. A weekend idea for a timeless getaway.

Off to Alpe d'Huez

Off to Alpe d'Huez

Apr 18, 2025 Travel

Spend a week coliving in the mountains with freelancers and entrepreneurs.

Off to Alsace

Off to Alsace

Apr 18, 2025 Travel

A getaway to explore Alsace — its food, the crest road, its charming villages.

Off to Le Gâtinais

Off to Le Gâtinais

Apr 18, 2025 Travel

A charming countryside house under an hour from Paris. An address we almost didn't want to share.

Off to Le Perche

Off to Le Perche

Apr 18, 2025 Travel

It's like a countryside house, but better. A thousand times better.

Off to the Moulin de Bellequeue

Off to the Moulin de Bellequeue

Apr 18, 2025 Travel

A turnkey getaway idea 2 hours from Paris.

Paim-pol, Paim-pol 🌊

Paim-pol, Paim-pol 🌊

Apr 18, 2025 Travel

Spend a week recharging in the bay of Saint-Brieuc, next to Paimpol.