Only 6 per cent of all trips in Perth are by public transport. Research shows that public transport could be used for up to an additional 18 per cent of trips.
- DPI
1. Walking, riding a bike or using public transport will reduce emissions from the family car.
2. Try the bus, train or ferry for some of your work or shopping trips or to get to sporting events, concerts or other attractions.
3. Carpool whenever you can to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions from cars.
4. You can avoid some trips altogether by using phone, fax or modem.
5. Maintaining correct tyre pressure can reduce your fuel consumption by up to 3 per cent as well as reducing tyre wear.
6. When it's time to buy a new car, consider changing to one with a smaller engine that uses less fuel. Better yet, consider a hybrid.
7. The more weight you're carrying in your car, the higher your fuel consumption. Try to pare down the excess kilos in the boot.
8. Take advantage of the LPG subsidy scheme to convert your car to fuel that produces less greenhouse gas emissions.
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TravelSmart encourages people to make small changes in their travel choices. These small changes can make a big difference to your health and your wallet, as well as to the environment. It's easy to be TravelSmart. Read a case study to find out what you can do.
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TravelSmart helps people to use cars less and to choose alternatives such as walking, cycling, and public transport.