Bay Area commuters spend 90,000 hours a day sitting in traffic these days, and the average solo driver in the Bay Area loses 10 days a year from gridlock. Using commute alternatives can let you spend that commute time doing something better, like reading, sleeping, or working. According to the American Automobile Association, we spend 26.2 cents per mile on our commute. We don't have to tell you that driving alone during rush hour can raise your stress index. Most people who switch from solo driving to a commute alternative never want to fight traffic alone again.
Motor vehicles are the largest producer of air pollution in the Bay Area.
You've heard about all those Spare the Air Days this summer. Using commute alternatives can prevent the creation of tons of air pollution, and conserve hundreds of gallons of fossil fuels. If you must drive your car, reduce your engine's 'cold starts' by trip-linking, so that you combine as much travel as possible while your engine is warm. So now you know. Using a commute alternative can really make a difference for you and your your community.