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While many of us dream of an idyllic life in which we walk and cycle everywhere, loading our shopping into quaint panniers and hiking through the countryside on our days off, the reality for many people living in the modern age is that having a car is just a necessity of life. Whether you have a long commute to work, have children to take to school or friends and family in far-flung places, many people simply need a car in order to live their lives. The question is, can you own a car and still be green? By taking a careful look at your driving habits, you can work to minimize the impact you have on the environment by owning a car.
One thing that many car owners easily forget is that having a car doesn’t mean you have to take it everywhere! If you can, why not walk or cycle with the kids to school? It will stop you from getting caught in all the traffic at the school gates, and as an added bonus will help keep them fit and healthy too. And while many drivers struggle to relax with another person behind the wheel, getting over that fear and car-sharing with others is better for the environment and improves your social life to boot! Many workplaces have organized car-sharing options for people living in the same area, and if yours doesn’t why not set up your own? Similarly, if you’re planning a long journey, you can visit websites such as liftshare.com to team up with others looking to travel the same route. Not only will this save you money, it will help prevent unnecessary amounts of traffic from taking to the road.
When planning journeys, try to avoid peak times whenever you can. Getting stuck in long traffic jams uses up more gasoline, making your journey more expensive and worse for the environment. If you can, why not consider traveling at night? School holidays also mean more traffic on the roads in places like beaches and popular holiday attractions, so if you are able to be more flexible with your travel plans try and avoid these areas at these times. If you do need to travel at peak times to popular destinations, why not consider public transport as an alternative? You can pick up some great deals on trains if you book far enough in advance, and can avoid getting stuck in traffic jams.
Finally, which car you choose can make a huge difference in terms of impact on the environment. While electric cars and hybrids are popular choices among the eco-conscious, not everyone can afford the high price tags they come with. But there are some cheaper options too. Many eco-friendly models and are known for their commitment to bringing down CO2 emissions, while the Honda prices on carsales make the manufacturer’s range of environmentally friendly vehicles accessible even to those on a lower budget.
While it is undeniably a contributor to pollution, car travel is here to stay, at least for the foreseeable future. So, if you are a driver, make sure you do your part to reduce the impact you have on the environment by making responsible choices about your driving habits.
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