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A carpool consists of 2-6 individuals sharing a ride for the majority of the trip. Carpooling is the most the commonly used commute alternative in Silicon Valley with 15% of commuters carpooling to work.
Many carpoolers carpool on a part-time basis (2-3 days per week) as their work and personal schedules permit.
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| Carpoolers save money and reduce wear and tear on their vehicles and their nerves. Some carpoolers reduce their commute time by as much as 20 minutes each way by using carpool lanes on congested corridors. |
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| Carpool Ridematching |
| 511.org provides free carpool ridematching for any Bay Area commuter. |
| Carpool Lanes |
| Most highways and expressways in Silicon Valley have carpool lanes. Many Bay Area bridges have special carpool entrance lanes and free tolls during commute hours. |
| Park & Ride Lots |
| There are over 150 free Park & Ride Lots throughout the Bay Area that provide convenient meeting places for carpoolers. |
| Carpooling FAQs and Tips |
| 511.org provides valuable carpooling FAQs and Tips to help you get started. |
