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Discover information and links to easy ways to save money and reduce carbon emissions by carpooling, vanpooling or carsharing.

The cost of driving alone

The average commuter driving alone 30 miles to work and back daily spends almost $6,000 annually on fuel, vehicle depreciation, maintenance, repairs and insurance. Cut transportation costs by sharing the ride, transit or active transportation.

Helping you share a ride

Drive Less. Connect.

Drive Less Connect makes it easy to take advantage of travel options for work and recreation that can save you money and more on the road. It’s easy, secure and private. Drive Less Connect lets you match up in carpools through work and community networks, plus social networking sites like Facebook. In addition, you can find other bicyclists to ride along with or link with your local transit service. Track your daily trips and watch your savings grow.Learn more

Metro VanPool

Vanpooling is another great way to save money and reduce commute stress. A vanpool is a group of 5 to 15 commuters who live in the same area and work in the same area, sometimes for the same employer and sometimes for various employers. After receiving approval, riders most often split the driving duties amongst themselves. Though currently unavailable, pending allocation of funds Metro VanPool makes vanpooling even more economical with an incentive program that pays for 50 percent of the basic monthly van lease cost, not including fuel. Passengers split the remaining costs.Go

More ways to save

U Car Share

U Car Share allows you access to a vehicle by the hour without the hassle of gas, insurance, parking fees and maintenance costs. Increase your mobility while saving time, money and the environment. Go

Zipcar

Why own the car when you can just own the drive? Zipcar is one way to get around town that saves time, money and the environment. Low-emission, fuel-efficient vehicles are conveniently parked near homes and workplaces. Members reserve them on-line and use as needed, paying just an hourly rate that includes gas, insurance and maintenance.Go

EcoShuttle

A 100 percent biodiesel van shuttle service for special events and employers, van and driver provided.Go

Bright Neighbor

Bright Neighbor is a ride-sharing solution for neighbors and friends. It includes all 95-Portland neighborhoods and also allows for sharing of skills, resources, tools and community events. Go