Climate change, rising fuel prices, the financial crisis, the importance of physical activity, and traffic congestion in large urban centers are among the reasons driving people to rethink their daily habits and monthly expenses—with transportation representing a significant portion of these costs.
To help with this assessment, Tembici, a bike-sharing company, has launched a calculator that compares the costs of different modes of transit based on distance traveled.
The tool allows users to see how much they would spend on each transit option, helping them make more informed commuting decisions. The calculator factors in estimated expenses such as fuel, fares, and other costs like fees and mandatory insurance.
The tool aims to show that our daily choices, such as transportation, have a major financial impact at the end of the month, in addition to the environment and quality of life. It is an invitation for people to rethink their commuting habits, which can be more efficient, affordable, and sustainable. — Lara Thomazini, Brand Marketing Director at Tembici
“A trip to the bakery, a nearby friend's house, or the gym doesn't need to be made by car. For instance, a daily 20 km commute by car costs over R$ 1,200 a month, whereas public transportation averages R$ 230, and a shared bike costs around R$ 29.90, depending on the city,” explains Lara Thomazini, Brand Marketing Director at Tembici.
Cycling offers multiple benefits
Bicycles are already a fixture of daily urban life, with more and more people adopting them for transit. The World Health Organization (WHO) endorsed cycling as a mode of transport that facilitated social distancing during the pandemic. Even in the post-pandemic era, many cities are maintaining policies to encourage bicycle use.
In New York City, car lanes on several bridges were converted into exclusive bike lanes. Meanwhile, in Italy, the government began subsidizing bicycle purchases, and France offers financial incentives for citizens trading in their cars for e-bikes.
Bike Sharing
For those unable or uninterested in purchasing their own bicycle, bike-sharing services offer a practical alternative that is gaining popularity in Brazil, bringing positive benefits to both public health and the environment.
According to Tembici, in 2020 alone, its sharing system prevented the emission of more than 4,000 tons of CO2. Had this volume been released into the atmosphere, approximately 30,000 trees would have to be planted to offset the environmental impact.
Sanitization and Safety While Riding
To ensure rider safety, recommended precautions include wearing masks during trips, sanitizing hands before and after riding, and avoiding touching the face before washing hands. In addition to daily cleaning with 70% alcohol at Tembici's operations centers, all bicycles in the system are washed with diluted chlorine.
The calculator is entirely free. To access the tool and simulate your routes, click here.
Via CicloVivo.
This article was written by CicloVivo. The translation is powered by AI.
