Once in a while we rent a car for a trip. Mostly we walk or use the T or join friends when they are driving somewhere which makes those trip more efficient.

Between Zipcar (which is adding more and more hybrids all the time) and Enterprise’s 1/2 price weekends, I get all my out-of-town trips and “big haul” needs taken care of for less $$ annually than I was paying for insurance and maintenance on my car. Best of all, I’m now blissfully unaware of my neighborhood’s street sweeping schedule.

The T *can* sometimes be a big pain if you need to be someplace at a specific time, but I recommend using the whole system — busses and commuter rail included (as well as the bike recommended above) — to maximize your options!

Have fun!

I’ve also been car-free for over a year and so far have loved every minute of it. Don’t miss the car at all and in fact enjoy riding my bicycle way, way more than being stuck inside a box on wheels.

I would highly recommend picking up a bicycle. It’s a great way to stay in shape and around Boston is often a faster way of getting around than a car or the T.

Hit me up if you need any tips or support. And congrats on escaping the car!