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
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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.