Carpooling is one of the common systems of transport for many, especially those who work in the same office or nearby offices. Carpool is especially a good option to consider if you do not have your own vehicle and also if you do not want to experience the trouble related to traveling in public transport. However, it has both pros and cons, which should be considered before taking any decision in this regard. Moreover, it’s a matter of personal choice and comfort as well. Given below are some advantages and disadvantages of carpooling, which will help you in making the decision.
Advantages
- You can save a lot of fuel expense, which would otherwise drain your pocket monthly.
- One of the prime advantages of car polling is that it cuts down your car related expenses considerably. Usage of car would ask for maintenance, gasoline and oil, which can be easily reduced to half or even more, depending on the number of people using carpool.
- Car pooling helps reduce stress levels, as you can escape from driving in high-traffic situations. A drive back home can prove to be quite relaxing as you can laze out in the car.
- Another indirect benefit of car pooling is that you will get to leave office at the same time everyday, rather than when the work finishes.
Disadvantages
- It requires a lot of punctuality from your side as in the case of car pooling, you will be picked up at the same time everyday.
- As there are a number of people traveling together in the car, you are prone to catch viruses easily, thereby falling ill.
- You need atleast a minimum number of people to car pool. Thus, you should know some people living in the same locality, who commute to office daily.
- If one or two people quit, then the car pool may become difficult to work and you might have to look for other options.
- It might be difficult to adjust with people in the car, which have peculiar habits such as smoking or latecomers, etc.
