Reduce Driving and Win Prizes – SEMCOG Commuter Challenge Starts May 1
(SEMCOG, April 27, 2023)
SEMCOG is excited to announce that the Commuter Challenge begins May 1 in Southeast Michigan! The Commuter Challenge is a month-long competition that encourages Southeast Michigan residents to try a green commute.
The Challenge is an excellent opportunity to reduce roadway congestion, improve air quality, and save commuters money. People are encouraged to try a new method of travel to work (carpool, bus, vanpool, bike, walk, or work from home) instead of driving alone during the month of May.
Participants are eligible for great prizes. Reducing the total number of vehicle miles driven reduces air pollution in Southeast Michigan.
Benefits
- Reduced personal driving expenses such as gas, parking and insurance. See how much you will save using the “Commute Calculator” at the bottom of the website.
- Improve air quality. By reducing the miles we drive alone, we reduce air pollution to protect the most vulnerable in Southeast Michigan.
- Mental and physical health benefits from incorporating cycling or walking into your commute.
- The 2023 Commuter Challenge prizes, randomly drawn from eligible participants, will include :
- Bike from Detroit Bikes,
- Night at the Westin Book Cadillac,
- $100 Visa gift card
- $100 Target gift card
- $50 Buddy’s Pizza gift card
- $50 Avalon Bakery gift card
- 50 Sister Pie gift card.
How to participate
Sign up and find your green commute options using Commuter Connect and record your trips for the chance to win prizes.
