Sebastian Olivares

 Car pollution is a serious problem. It is dangerous to inhale and it destroys the environment. The effects of car pollution range from asthma and cancer to destruction of the ozone layer. While there are a number of ways to cut back on emissions, a really easy and effective way to help is to carpool. Carpooling allows you to access carpool driving lanes, improving commute times and avoiding traffic jams. Carpooling just twice a week can prevent 1600 pounds of greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere. The average carpooler can save as much as $600 each month. Carpooling also helps with passing the time as the average American can spend 40 hours each year on the road! So next time you get on the highway bring a friend or two along for the ride and help you and the environment.