Car sharing

Why car share?

Car sharing reduces single occupancy car use.

It takes vehicles off the road

It reduces congestion and pollution

It's the perfect solution for those who need, for whatever reason, door to door transport.

How to do it

Sewtacarshare.com is our car sharing website and is available free of charge to your staff members.

It is also possible to set up a private group that only staff can access. Some people may feel happier and more secure with this option.

Organisations can demonstrate their commitment to car sharing by locating car share spaces in the prime area in the car park.

Car share schemes can be publicised  by holding car share coffee mornings or offering car valeting to sharers.

Include car sharing information in staff induction packs.

Think about the needs of shift workers - if necessary make changes to help car sharers.

A common fear which prevents some people car sharing is "being stranded" because your driver has had to leave owing to an emergency. Guarantee a lift home - although commonly offered this is rarely used and can persuade prospective car sharers.

Inevitably some employees will be wary of car sharing - set their minds at rest by providing some basic guidance which all participants can follow.

Include:

• charging for lifts
• timekeeping
• what to do in the event of an emergency