(NC) With the summer travel season upon us, road trips to see family and friends are a popular pastime. More and more people are taking their next road trips in hybrids or electric cars, among a growing number of greener methods of transportation. When you’re planning your next holiday, consider these tips to help reduce the environmental and budget impact of your holiday:

1. Many rental car companies offer hybrid cars, which can significantly reduce emissions.
2. Drive smarter. Whenever possible, use your car’s cruise control, reduce your speed and turn off the air conditioning.
3. Avoid using bulky roof cargo boxes or bags, which reduce your fuel efficiency.
4. Take your car for a maintenance check-up before you hit the road and be sure to check your tire pressure regularly.
5. Consider taking public transportation or a bike trip. Public transportation—like trains or buses—is a great solution to save money and make your travel more eco-friendly, whether it’s for long or short hauls.

In addition to electric or hybrid vehicles, commuters are already enjoying trips on zero-emission vehicles—including a city bus that is powered by 100 percent renewable natural gas (RNG) from Enbridge Gas. RNG is a clean energy source produced by capturing the biogas released from organic waste, such as food scraps, landfills and farm waste, which can be used to fuel public transit as well as municipal waste collection trucks and delivery vehicles. You can learn more about this fuel at enbridgegas.com/RNG

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