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Why are people dumping the pump for public transit?

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“I dumped the pump because gas prices are on the rise, and I don't have to worry about traffic going to work.

I can sit in a cool bus and relax before I get my work day started.”

- Elizabeth A.


“I dumped the pump because I have a little boy with leukemia.

I have to save as much money as I can for what he needs to get better.”

- Amanda P.


“I dumped the pump because the bus makes it extremely easy to get from one destination to another in a safe, reliable, and affordable manner.

Plus the drivers are always very friendly!

It feels like having your own chauffer service at a fraction of the cost.”

- Alondra N.


“I dumped the pump to lighten my budget & my waistline.

The savings helps out with my budget.

The short walk to and from the bus stop keeps me moving.”

- Renee U.


“It’s less stress than driving.

As a veteran with some mental issues from time in service, I have to find a way to reconnect with people.

Being close to others in a bus helps with that.”

- Timothy F.


“I dumped the pump so I could read the New York Times bestsellers instead of bumper stickers!”

- Don J.


“I dumped the pump because I want to help save the planet and my wallet this summer.”

- Shaunterria O.


“I have five kiddos.

Driving a van everywhere is so expensive with the gas prices that I have decided to just take the bus to work or anywhere else I go.”

- Aimee R.


“I have dumped the pump because I save money taking the bus rather than spending it on gas.

From the money I saved, I’m able to buy more luxury goods like clothes, shoes and makeup—which has been splendid!”

- Olivia C.


“I dumped the pump for public transportation because it’s very reliable.

Gas prices are high for me since I am on a budget.

I also love to meet new people and using public transportation helps me do that.”

- Gabriel A.


“I dumped the pump because these gas prices are ridiculous!!

I need a break for real!!

I love the bus because it takes me to all my hot spots.”

-Tomeka B.


“I have decided to dump the pump to better the environment and relieve my stress level.

I find it relaxing to just hop on the bus and go for a ride. I go to school, work, and even to baseball games!

It makes me happy to know I am saving money.”

- Nicoliana B.


“Riding the bus has been convenient. It takes me from my home to where I need to go in minutes.

It’s clean, and I can text or use my phone comfortably the entire way.

My children get to school on time and visit with their friends for an affordable fare price.”

- Claudia J.


“I dumped the pump because a car is too expensive!

A car needs insurance, maintenance, oil changes, tire repairs and exchanges, tune ups etc.

Then every couple of years you need to go for a smog check and pay registration fees which keep going up.”

- Victor S.



According to a recent report by the American Public Transportation, a

two-person household can save more than $9,700

a year on average by downsizing to one car.


Commute smarter.

Dump the pump for public transit