World Car Free Day is today
Motorists in over 38 countries around the world have today left their cars at home in favour of bicycles, trains and buses as part of Car Free Day, an event that was first organised in Britain by the Environmental Transport Association (ETA).
Car Free Day came about to highlight alternatives to car travel and the need for more and better public transport.
The event coincides with the results of research conducted by the ETA on the attitudes of British drivers to the CO2 emitted by their cars.
The research revealed that 37 per cent were aware that their car was responsible for pollution, but did not feel there was a practical alternative to driving. 11 per cent felt guilty about the emissions and had already reduced the amount they drove – a figure matched by those who felt that reducing their mileage would not make any difference to the environment.
A spokesperson for the ETA said: “This event has never been about banning cars, but many short trips can easily be done by bicycle or even on foot – this is especially true for the 4 million people who each day drive less than 3 miles to work.”
How can I drive less?
Half of all journeys are less than 2 miles long – ideal for walking or cycling. Yet many of these trips – to the local shop for the Sunday papers, dropping children off at school, going to the cinema or sports centre – are made by car.
It seems so easy to hop behind the steering wheel. And there are lots of things to stop you walking or cycling. Who wants to breathe in all those fumes? You take your life in your hands crossing some roads. But getting there under your own steam is one of the most effective ways of getting to your destination – and staying fit.
The great thing about walking and cycling is that you can build it into your everyday routing – cycle to work, walk with the kids to school. That means you’re more likely to keep it up – travelling green and getting fit at the same time. Get a few tips about changing the way you travel
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Motorists in over 38 countries around the world have today left their cars at home in favour of bicycles, trains and buses as part of Car Free Day, an event that was first organised in Britain by the Environmental Transport Association (ETA).
Car Free Day came about to highlight alternatives to car travel and the need for more and better public transport.
The event coincides with the results of research conducted by the ETA on the attitudes of British drivers to the CO2 emitted by their cars.
The research revealed that 37 per cent were aware that their car was responsible for pollution, but did not feel there was a practical alternative to driving. 11 per cent felt guilty about the emissions and had already reduced the amount they drove – a figure matched by those who felt that reducing their mileage would not make any difference to the environment.
A spokesperson for the ETA said: “This event has never been about banning cars, but many short trips can easily be done by bicycle or even on foot – this is especially true for the 4 million people who each day drive less than 3 miles to work.”
How can I drive less?
Half of all journeys are less than 2 miles long – ideal for walking or cycling. Yet many of these trips – to the local shop for the Sunday papers, dropping children off at school, going to the cinema or sports centre – are made by car.
It seems so easy to hop behind the steering wheel. And there are lots of things to stop you walking or cycling. Who wants to breathe in all those fumes? You take your life in your hands crossing some roads. But getting there under your own steam is one of the most effective ways of getting to your destination – and staying fit.
The great thing about walking and cycling is that you can build it into your everyday routing – cycle to work, walk with the kids to school. That means you’re more likely to keep it up – travelling green and getting fit at the same time. Get a few tips about changing the way you travel
em portugues
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