Car sharing is simply where two or more people share a car and travel together, whether that is a member of your family, a colleague or a complete stranger.

Why should I car share?

• Car sharing is an easy way to reduce the cost of your journeys, sharing your commute with a colleague can halve the costs of you daily commute.

• It reduces the number of cars on our roads - resulting in less congestion, pollution and fewer parking problems.

• Can provide some friendly company to reduce the stress of driving alone

Car sharing is easy and flexible. Essexcarshare has been set up to provide a free matching service for all those who live, work and travel in and around Essex. This site matches you up with potential partners. Once matched, you can choose to share as little or as often as you like, with whoever you like!

We have over 500,000 members and on average they each save £759.92 per year. What could you do with an extra £759.92?