A One-Car Household: Challenges And Benefits

Some families are committed to staying a one-car household despite the challenges.

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March 15, 2003, 9:00 AM PST

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"Since the 1960's, households have become smaller, but the average number of cars in each one has grown. In 2001...the Federal Highway Administration reported 1.9 vehicles a household, up from 1.78 in 1995 and well over the 1.16 of 1969... Sticking to one car takes commitment, coordination and patience...It is no surprise that one-car households save money. Transportation is the second most expensive item for most Americans, trailing housing, and multiple cars can radically multiply many costs."

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

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