Who benefits from carpooling?
YOUR WALLET:
The Canadian Automobile Association reports that the average
yearly cost to operate a car is almost $8,000, or nearly $22
per day! By participating in a ridesharing program, you can
significantly reduce the amount you spend on gas and vehicle
maintenance. The more people you share your commute with, the
more you save.
YOUR HEALTH:
The congestion and volume of traffic on the roads can be a
major source of stress for many drivers. Studies have consistently
shown that employees who commute by means other than a single-occupancy
vehicle demonstrate lower levels of stress, higher morale, and lower
blood pressure.
THE ENVIRONMENT:
The environment is everyone's business. Using fewer cars means
less pollution, more conservation of habitat, and less demand
for new roads and parking lots. Using fewer cars also means less
production of greenhouse gases, a major contributor to climate change.
Commuting in a non-single occupancy vehicle means that you can feel
proud that your chosen method of commute is helping the environment.
