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SBS Transit is hoping to encourage car drivers to leave their cars at home for a day by giving them free travel vouchers.
The move is held in honour of International Car Free Day which falls on 22 September 2009. The complimentary bus travel vouchers, which come bearing environmentally friendly tips, will be distributed to drivers at the Ang Mo Kio Hub and HDB Hub carparks on Friday, 18 September 2009, at 12 noon.
SBS Transit Executive Director, Mr Gan Juay Kiat, said: “Last month, we tried to spread the Green message to our commuters by giving them earth friendly bags. This time, we are hoping to reach out to car owners, to get them to leave their cars at home for a day and take buses. It’s a small step that will go some way in our bid to save the environment.”
Mr Howard Shaw, Executive Director, Singapore Environment Council, concurred: “The SEC hopes to see more private car owners increase their use of the public transport system. They do not need to give up their cars. For example, they can drive to their offices in town and then take the bus or train to get to meetings around the area. Reductions in trips per week can in turn
reduce carbon emissions.”
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