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Share the Ride NC: Car pooling means saving energy, saving money, and meeting new people. Convenience and flexibility of schedule are the potential drawbacks. "Share the Ride NC" is a statewide rideshare matching service. Commuters register online and locate other individuals who share similar commutes and work hours, and are interested in carpooling or vanpooling. Also, the program helps commuters find park-and-ride lots, public transit services, and bike routes.

Hybrid Competition: 2006 will prove to be a fascinating year for Ford, GM, Honda, Toyota and other auto manufacturers that are actively involved in producing greener vehicles for concerned citizens, according to the Union of Concerned Scientists.

Toyota Hybrids: In late 2006, the first North American manufactured Camry hybrids will roll out of Toyota's Kentucky plant. It will join Toyota gas-electric hybrids that are currently available in two other models, Prius and Highlander Hybrid.

Best Fuel-Efficient Autos and Trucks: The 10 least expensive popular vehicles to fuel today.

Bikes and Buses: Buy a better bike or keep it well serviced is key to enjoying an improved and trouble-free ride. To help one's weary legs, some public transit buses provide racks to carry commuters' bicycles. 

The Promise of Fuel Cell Vehicles: An analysis of the push by some auto manufacturers to increasingly offer vehicles powered by fuel cells.

Paratransit Transportation Available: Paratransit means transportation for individuals with a handicap who are unable to use the regular bus system. In Asheville and Buncombe County this service is provided by Mountain Mobility.