Plan one day a week to meet a carpool at the day care center or nearby Park and Ride lot. Call 884-RIDE for free information on how to start a carpool. Bicycle or walk to nearby destinations whenever possible. Call Sun Tran at 792-9222, for a free bus schedule or more information. A cold engine decreases efficiency by as much as 80 percent.
Some people have to travel alone.
Keep your air filter clean and get regular tune-ups. A neglected car can reduce gas mileage by 20 percent. Make sure your tires are properly inflated. Trade your car in for a newer model. Newer cars are more efficient and pollute less.