SOVers
Are you suffering from SOV?
Each time you drive alone, you put yourself through more gas money, smog, and stress than you need to.
To find out if you’re at risk of SOV, just answer the following questions:
- Do you drive your car alone to and from work?
- Does traffic make you stressed?
- Do you arrive at work frustrated, tired, and late?
- Do you spend too much money on gas?
- Do you wish you could enjoy your commute?
If you answered yes to any of the above, it’s time to seriously consider getting out of your Single Occupancy Vehicle–just one or two days a week can make a big difference.
Save Money on Gas
Driving alone every day is expensive. If you travel 55 miles a day at 48.5¢/mile (2007 IRS cost of operating a car), that means you’re spending $26.68 a day¬–or $560 a month–on gas!
Between rising gas prices, wear and tear on your car, and high insurance rates, driving alone every day is just not worth the cost. Stop wasting money on gas and start taking a different method of transportation NOW. Our free service will help you choose the best commuting option that suits your needs.
Help the Environment
If you’re suffering from the negative effects of smog, that means our environment is too. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, “Driving a car is the SINGLE MOST POLLUTING thing that we do. Each year, our cars ‘emit millions of tons of pollutants into the air.’”
One way to completely eliminate smog from your commute is to telework. We’ll help you find out if your company participates in a telework program, so you don’t have to leave the house at all.
Reduce Stress
Traffic-induced stress can be hazardous to your health. According to the 2004 New England Journal of Medicine, “Being stuck in a traffic jam more than doubles one’s chance of experiencing a heart attack in the subsequent hour.”
Don’t put your life at risk just because you’re trying to get somewhere. The best way to reduce stress on your commute is to join a vanpool or take an Express Bus, so you can relax on your way to work.
For more information on SOV-free transportation alternatives, check out our Cures section.
