#commuting tips

Hello everyone! I’m excited to share my journey into the vibrant world of city commuting, particularly through the innovative brand INMOTION. As urban areas become more congested, finding efficient and eco-friendly transportation solutions is essential, and electric scooters are paving the way for a greener future.

I recently discovered an electric scooter shop that offers a fantastic range of INMOTION scooters. These scooters not only make commuting a breeze but also contribute to reducing our carbon footprint. The ease of use and convenience of these electric scooters has transformed my daily travels, making them enjoyable and stress-free.

If you're considering making the switch to an electric scooter, I highly recommend checking out your local electric scooter shop. The knowledgeable staff can help you find the perfect model that fits your lifestyle and commuting needs.

Let’s embrace this exciting change and enjoy the ride! Any tips or experiences you’d like to share about commuting with electric scooters? I’d love to hear your thoughts!

Commuting - and your experience during it - can really make or break your day. After all, for most people, it's how you both start and wind down your day. Toyota of Orlando is here with a few helpful tips to make your commuting experience suck a whole lot less - read on.

Tip #1: Think about carpooling. Carpooling isn't just for moms - it's a great way to save on gas, reduce the number of miles on your car, and cut down on smog-forming emissions. Plus, when it's not your turn to drive, you're free to chat, read, answer emails, watch Netflix, etc. and enjoy the commuting experience.

Tip #2: Go the long route when necessary. Sometimes longer IS better even if it doesn't seem like it. If your normal route is clogged up with traffic and delays, it might be more efficient (for both time and fuel) to go the long way. Plus, it's a lot less stressful to drive without stop-and-go traffic.

Tip #3: Avoid rush hour whenever possible. Speaking of traffic, try to avoid driving in rush hour if at all possible. Heavy traffic means more delays, more frustration (which can lead to more aggressive driving), and a higher chance of getting into an accident or collision.

Tip #4: Think of it as free time, not time wasted. Try to frame commuting in your mind as free time where you're not required to work, tend to your family, clean, etc. Listen to an audiobook or podcast, learn a language, catch up on phone calls or texts via hands-free Bluetooth, or make playlists of your favorite music to vibe to.

How To Be A Wise Commuter

Many of us use public transport or carpooling services in order to get to and from work.  We easily spend up to 90 minutes each and every day during the commute.  Most of us just waste our time during the commute.  However, you can easily utilize this time effectively as well.

There are numerous tasks which you can undertake during your commute.  We will share with you a few tips which you can…

Thanks to a growth in cycling culture, infrastructure and outreach, the last decade boasted a small increase in people commuting to work and school by bicycle which we think is great news and something that inspires us. Closer to our home, we were also inspired by the story of our fellow Vermonter, 11 year-old, Griffin , raising money for the non profit World Bicycle Relief by riding through what was a very snow filled winter in the Green Mountain State. But as Griffin can attest, the will to ride daily takes some planning and there are ways to vastly improve the experience.

Here are a few things we’ve learned in our own travels that keep the pedals turning happily both to and from the daily grind.

Pack it up. A change of clothes to stash at work, should you get hit with a rainstorm, attacked by a skunk or otherwise besmirched in your work-a-day togs can save the day.

Lay it out. Getting whatever you might need in order (and in a weather proof pack like the one our friends at Archival bags make) the night before your ride will make the bleary eyed start to the ride easier.

Brew your ride. Set the timer on the coffee maker the night prior. Bring along your favorite cup with a handlebar holder from Dixon.  Coffee on the road is one of life’s great joys even when you leave the car at home.

Wool really is best. You’re reading this on the Ibex site, so we won’t belabor the point except to turn you towards the Ace Shirt which looks like a casual shirt but bears all the moisture managing, comfort enhancing properties of wool. Despite your best efforts, it’s tough to make it stink.

Roll fatties. Bigger tires on the bike you take to work will make it more comfortable, reduce your risk of time-sucking flats, and give you the option to take the longer stretch home (the one with the buffed out singletrack berms.)

Fend for yourself. Fenders come in a wide variety of sizes. SKS makes an easy-on, easy-off version that can be stored should you hit a nice dry spell.  Even more minimalist is the comfort enhancing Swedish company, ASSsavers, whose lightweight plastic mini fender attaches to the seat and can be found saving the backsides of working stiffs and PRO-tour superstars alike.

Light it up. You’ve got options from the incredibly bright LED mini lights from Knog to the pedal driven dynamo lights from Shimano or the high end Schmidt, so snag something that makes you more visible and can help out should you get caught late working on your TPS reports. (We’re going to need you to come in on Sunday, btw.)