Less car.
More life.
Australians spend over $12,000 a year on their car. Here’s how to spend less, and live better.
average annual car cost
daily activity from cycling to work
CO₂ saved per year
Why drive less?
The case for reducing your car dependency touches every part of life.
Financial
The average Australian car costs over $12,000 per year. Every trip you don't drive goes straight back into your pocket.
Health
Cycling or walking builds activity into your day. No gym membership required. Lower stress, better sleep, cleaner air.
Social
Slower travel means bumping into neighbours, knowing your local streets, and feeling part of your community, not just passing through.
Environment
The average car emits 4.6 tonnes of CO₂ per year. Driving less is one of the highest-impact lifestyle changes you can make.
Three steps to driving less
You don’t need to sell your car to start. Here’s how most people begin.
Audit your trips
Track every car trip for a week. You'll quickly spot which ones you could do differently.
Find your alternatives
Open Google Maps, switch to cycling or transit mode, and time your most common trips.
Start small
Replace your easiest car trip first. One swap a week builds the habit faster than you'd expect.
Think you can’t drive less?
Most of the barriers are smaller than they feel. Here are a few we hear all the time.
Real Australians driving less
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“I still own a car, but I barely use it now. I commute by train five days a week and honestly couldn't go back. My car sits in the driveway and I don't miss it.”
Matt, Melbourne
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“We got rid of our second car two years ago. Between e-bikes, the bus, and the occasional GoGet, we haven't needed it once. We saved $9,000 last year.”
Sarah, Brisbane
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“I'm 68 and I bought an e-bike. It's been the best decision I've made in years. I cycle to the shops, the doctor, everywhere. I feel ten years younger.”
Geoff, Perth
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Ready to drive less?
The guide walks you through everything, from auditing your trips to handling the tricky edge cases.
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