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Get to Know the Commuter Connect Team

Get To Know – Shelly King, Customer Service Specialist 1. What is your position and how long have you been with Commuter Connect?  My position Is Customer Service Specialist and I have been here about 3 and a half months. 2. How did you get started in the industry? I was not in this industry … read more

Why You Should Participate in Car Free Day Indy 2021

International Car Free Day, which is celebrated on September 22nd, encourages motorists to give up their cars for a day. Motor vehicles emit carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases, which are major causes of global warming. Cities all around the world organize events to promote and encourage the use of mass transit, biking, walking, and … read more

Bike Guide Profile: Chris Holcomb

Who or whatever rules the bicycling universe must have been paying attention when it paired Bike Guide Chris Holcomb to Guide-ee Suzane Um. “I was actually afraid of riding my bike as a kid,” said Chris, a 30-year-old program analyst for the IU Public Policy Institute. “I had some accidents and really struggled to learn. … read more

Commuter Connect’s Guide to Carpool Etiquette

Commuter Connect can help you find a carpool, vanpool, or other commuting options. As we all start heading back to work, let Commuter Connect help you ease back into an enjoyable routine. Here are a few things to keep in mind when joining a carpool or vanpool: Be respectful and courteous to all involved Being … read more

Start a Springtime Bike Habit with Commuter Connect’s Bike Guide Program

May is National Bike Month and it has never been a better time to start a regular bike habit! According to research led by University of Oxford transportation professor Christian Brand, choosing to bike rather than drive just once a day can reduce an average citizen’s carbon emission by 67%. This would significantly improve the … read more

How Commuter Connect’s School Pool Program Makes Drop-Off a Breeze!

Commuter Connect’s mission to make the lives of all Central Indiana residents easier by promoting eco-friendly transportation alternatives. Our team has helped hundreds of employees reinvent their commute to work, and now we’re bringing our expertise to the school drop-off drive with our School Pool program. If you are unfamiliar with School Pool or want … read more

The North Split Construction Project: Your Questions Answered

Have you heard the news? One of Central Indiana’s busiest interchanges is getting a makeover! The North Split construction project will redesign where Interstates 65 and 70 meet in Downtown Indianapolis and replace or repair 32 bridges over 3.1 miles of highway. The North Split construction will affect many of Central Indiana’s commuters, so we’re … read more

Commuting After COVID-19: The Future of the Commuting Industry

Welcome to Commuter Connect’s first blog of 2021! Last year, we saw a dramatic shift in how people commute. As a result, Central Indiana experienced a drop in both air pollution and traffic congestion. We expect 2021 to be yet another exciting year in the commuting industry! With the COVID-19 vaccine distribution already in progress, … read more

Commuting Trends in 2020: A Year in Review

We have (finally) made it to the end of 2020! As many reflect on the year’s memorable moments and biggest surprises, we at Commuter Connect want to highlight how commuting has evolved during this unprecedented year. Here are some of 2020’s biggest commuting trends: January – March: The Continued Rise of Eco-Friendly Transportation In the … read more

Get to Know the Commuter Connect Team

Get To Know – Sarah Troutman, Outreach Representative 1. What is your position and how long have you been with Commuter Connect?  I am an Outreach Representative for Hamilton and Hancock counties, and Indy East. I have been with Commuter Connect for one week! 2. How did you get started in the industry? This position … read more