A vanpool is a group of commuters sharing the ride to work in a commuter van. PAG’s new regional vanpool program will enable all residents in southern Arizona to save money and reduce the stress of their daily commute by starting or joining a vanpool.
How to get started
- Gather a group of at least five people to start the vanpool or ask PAG to assist in recruiting riders for a new vanpool
- All participants should live and work near each other and have similar work hours
- The vanpool riders determine the exact route to work, the pick-up times, and the drop-off locations
- One primary driver and at least one alternate driver are required
- The monthly van lease cost is divided among the riders
Van features
- There are a variety of vehicles for 5 to 15 riders. Bench or luxury seating available
- All vans are insured with no deductible
- The monthly lease cost includes insurance, maintenance, vehicle repair, 24-hour roadside assistance, taxes and registration, and customer service
Benefits and Savings
- Monthly fares are discounted with a PAG subsidy
- Many area employers offer subsidies that further reduce the monthly cost
- Additional savings available by using pre-tax dollars – check with your employer
- Primary drivers may be eligible to ride free or at reduced rates as compensation for their added responsibilities
- All vanpool riders are eligible for PAG’s regional guaranteed ridehome program Logistics
- Gas cards (debit cards) are available to manage gas payments
- Primary drivers will go through a driving record and credit record check
- Vans can be serviced through a network of local car care centers and the Ford Dealers
- Vanpool riders can meet in one of the many park and ride lots available in Pima County
To learn if there is a vanpool near you or to start a new one for your commute, visit www.884ride.org or call (520) 884-RIDE (7433). |