Changing your commuting habits through ridesharing, transit, walking and biking is one of the best ways to save money, improve your health and the health of the community, and have a positive impact on regional air quality. Realistically, though, these transportation methods are not always practical or available.

Whenever you drive by yourself, think about this: according to Wikipedia, the average American weighs 178 pounds, yet when you drive to the grocery store or across town to meet a friend for dinner you are consuming the energy needed to move 4,066 pounds, or 2,200% more weight! Most of the energy you're using (and the money you're spending on fuel) goes to moving the vehicle and not you -- so consider some alternatives. Making a wise decision about the type of vehicle you drive can have a profound effect on the quality of the air you breath as well as the amount of money in your wallet!