8. Ridesharing
Most people have a regular work or school
to adhere to. Many jobs and classes are
during the early morning to mid-afternoon hours, but
course there are exceptions. In California, there are
ways to get to work and school during
rush hours. This includes public transportation such as
trains and buses. Additionally, many people use their
transportation to get to and from where they
going. This is where car-pooling and HOV (High-Occupancy
) lanes come in handy.
Carpooling is where a
of people join together to share a ride
work or school. Some large companies encourage their
to carpool, and actually help match people with
other. It is a simple concept. Two, or
people who live close to each other and
in the same place can make arrangements to
at specific times and in specific locations to
rides. The more people who join a carpool,
better the benefits. Having four people in your
is better than two because the more people
contribute to expenses, the less each individual pays.
usually include gas and toll fares. Additionally, each
takes turns using his or her car which
wear on their vehicles.
Another benefit that comes
carpooling is that you get to use the
Lanes on freeways. These lanes are reserved for
meaning not everyone can use them. They are
free of traffic congestion, and can make your
to work or school a quick and easy
. So if you are interested in saving a
money on gas, or not using your car
day, look to your peers to start a
. All it takes is one other person to
a carpool, and the benefits may prove to
a pleasant experience.
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