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Carpooling basics

Fewer cars, lower costs, and sometimes a faster lane.

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Sharing a commute splits the cost of gas, parking, tolls and wear on your car. In some areas, carpools can use HOV lanes or get parking discounts.

Finding riders

  • Coworkers who live nearby
  • Your employer's commuter program
  • Neighbors and parents doing the same school run
  • Regional ride-matching programs run by transit agencies

Agree up front

  • Pickup times and how long to wait
  • Who drives when
  • How costs are split
  • What happens on sick days and holidays

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