What you
can do
Walking and cycling
As nearly a quarter of all car journeys are under two miles, walking or cycling is often a practical alternative to driving.
Why make fewer trips by car?
- Fewer car journeys will reduce the CO2 emissions that contribute to climate change.
- The fewer trips you make, the more money you save on fuel.
- Short journeys increase the wear and tear on your engine.
- If you have more than one car in your household, and more family members walked and cycled, you might be able to give up that extra car, saving thousands of pounds each year on running costs.
Why cycle?
Nearly a quarter of all car trips are under two miles, a distance that can be cycled in under 15 minutes.- Cycling two-mile trips could save you over £600 each year in fuel.
- Cycling is a great way to exercise. It has a low impact on your joints and each two-mile trip can burn up over 100 calories.
Why walk?
- Many car journeys are just one mile, which would normally take just 20 minutes to walk.
- Walking your one-mile trips could save you over £160 each year in fuel.
- Walking briskly on a regular basis is good for your heart and lungs, helps burn calories and is a good way to a healthier active life.
