Individual drivers are an enormous burden on our roads, natural resources and environment.
Personal automobiles are the leading source of air pollution in Western Washington. In addition to the environmental and traffic concerns, driving alone is by far the most expensive way to commute, as illustrated by the graph to the right. You'll reduce stress and pollution while you save on your driving costs. WTA has devised several solutions for commuters who are fed up with traffic gridlock and outrageous auto fuel and repair bills. Using the graph on the right, you can compare the relative costs of driving alone versus carpooling or using one of the WTA's commuter programs.