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other friendly faces in your neighborhood. Asking a friend
to share a cab, ride the bus, or take a walk with you will
allow you time to catch up.
With fewer personal vehicles on the road, we can
reduce greenhouse gas emissions while reducing traffic
congestion. This improves the air we breathe and the
flow of traffic for everyone.

All these lifestyle benefits are available when you choose
to use transportation options beyond the driver’s seat.

Some benefits are less stress, cheaper and,
best of all, it’s better for the environment.

Anonymous, 73 Tampa and Amsterdam

HOW TO GET AROUND

This section will help you identify which transportation
options might work best for you. You will also learn some
things to keep in mind when using them.

To get started, ask yourself these questions:

▶ What are your current transportation needs? Think
about all the places you want to go. This could include
medical appointments, trips to the grocery store,
going to the movies, or visiting family and friends.

▶ How often do you go to these places and how far
away are they from your home?
▶ Are there other options you can use besides driving
yourself to any of the places?

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