Guest post by Capital Area Friends of Transit
On Thursday, June 16, 2011 all Triangle Transit regional, express, and shuttle routes and all DATA local routes will be FREE in recognition of National Dump the Pump day! This is a great opportunity to try out our local public transportation system if you’ve never used it before – there’s little to loose and a whole lot to gain!
Taking public transportation instead of driving is the most direct way to beat high gas prices and lower your monthly bills. The latest American Public Transit Association Transit Savings Report shows that a two person household that downsizes to one car can save, on average, more than $10,000 a year!
If you’re still not sure, consider doing it for a prize! Ride the bus, bike, walk, or run during Dump The Pump 2011 for a chance to win a $25 restaurant gift card!
Check in at your bus stop or on the bike greenways on Foursquare during your commute. There are 20 stops that have this promotion. Check-in and unlock to see if you are the winner!
The contest starts at 6am on June 16. The first 20 people to check-in win a $25 Restaurant.com gift card. There will be 20 winners per stop. For more information on commuting options and subsidies in RTP, visit www.SmartCommute.org.