Every mile you travel by public transit instead of by car can save almost a pound of pollution, so cutting 25% off 10k driving miles makes a literal ton of difference.
If you spend $3k a year on gas and maintenance, spending $250 on public transit to drive 25% less could save you $500.
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How To Start
Check out public transportation options in your area. Note how frequently vehicles come, how expensive trips are, and where stops are located.
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Tons of transit agencies provide trip-planning tools, such as route maps and fare calculators. Many have downloadable apps too.
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