The U.S. Work Commute By The Numbers
June 2010
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The League of American Bicyclists recently promoted its annual Bike-to-Work Week, and iterations of the program are rolling out in local bike communities around the country this month. If the environmental responsibility and exercise alone aren't enough to garner your participation, consider the potential cost savings. As we explain in our recent article, biking to work can put more than just a little extra cash in your pocket. (Check out our bike calculator to find out just how much you could save on your individual commute.) After all, with pump prices expected to top off at just under $3 in the U.S. this summer, it's a wise time to start curbing your car expenses. The below infographic looks at the American work commute, by the numbers.
