Smart Commute Week: Commuting Tips & Advice To Save Time and Money
Commuting is just part of life for many Canadians, especially if you live in a large city like Toronto and surrounding area. As you know, commuting can be a pain in the you know what! From car accidents, construction, poor weather conditions, and large volumes of commuters on the road, there is no shortage of things that can prolong your commute and have you in the car longer than you want to be. This is why it’s important to be smart, and even strategic, about your daily commute. When you put in the time and effort into figuring out the most effective and efficient route, you can save time, save money on gas, and even help to reduce the gridlock on our roadways.
About Smart Commute Week
Smart Commute is a program created by Metrolinx and its goal is to help commuter’s effectively get from point A to B, with the overall objective being to ease gridlock, and help people save time and money. The program not only targets drivers, it is also meant to help people who walk, cycle, carpool, and take public transportation.
The Smart Commute website offers both employers and workers with a variety of useful tools and resources to explore, including the Trip Tool that allows you to find the most effective route to work, school or where ever you are going on a given day. All you have to do is enter your current location and your destination location and it will provide you with multiple transportation options.
Learn more about Smart Commute Week http://www.smartcommute.ca/
Driving is Not Your Only Commuting Option
Driving is not your only commuting option, and depending on where you live and your proximity to your work or school, other commuting options may be more efficient and beneficial:
- Walking or Cycling: No cost to you and you can get some extra exercise.
- Carpooling: Sharing the drive with other people will help to cut down the cost of commuting each day. Plus, if you share driving duties, you can save the energy and stress of having to drive every day.
- Public Transportation: If you live directly on the subway line or have a bus stop close by, public transportation could be your best option. It’s likely cheaper than driving too!
5 Commuting Tips for Drivers
- Consider adjusting your office hours so you can drive during off peak hours
- Try out a few routes to see which one is the quickest – This will save your time and gas money
- Watch the news and listen to the radio before you get in the car in the morning – This can help you to avoid traffic congestion and avoid accidents
- Inquire about telecommuting or working from home occasionally to save you the drive
- Always have a plan B. You never know what could happen on the roads during your commute
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