Drive Less, Save More
By providing more people with the option to drive less, we all will thrive more. Take the commonly held misconception that more driving fosters economic growth. In fact, efforts to cut driving and reduce traffic are good for the economy. When we look at efforts to both make our transportation system more efficient -- using carpool lanes or more transit -- and change land use to reduce the need to drive -- via transit-friendly development and walkable neighborhoods -- the economic benefits are significant. In addition, providing communities with more alternatives to driving will save people time stuck in traffic, money spent on gas and car costs, and oil consumed. Moreover, more transportation choices will increase mobility and expand job opportunities for workers without access to a car.