When sharing is caring: how car share schemes cut costs and emissions

Don’t drive much but still need occasional access to a vehicle? Car sharing is an option that could save you both money and emissions Change by degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to help reduce your household’s carbon footprint Got a question or tip for reducing household emissions? Email us at changebydegrees@theguardian.com Cars are a major household expense and source of emissions, but some trips are too onerous or inconvenient for public transport.

Owning a car can be expensive. Australians spend about 15% of their household income on transport, according to the Australian Automobile Association. Insurance, registration, servicing and roadside assistance alone can cost about $8,000 per year.

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