rideshare

Carpool FAQ

What if I want to share a ride to places other than work?

Try one of the rideshare matching resources below. This is not an endorsement of any of these sites or their tools. They each provide a different approach to help users match with others making trips.

Craigslist – provides a bulletin board for ridesharing trips of all types
Zimride – integrates social networking with a rideshare bulletin board
GoLoco – facilitates real-time carpool matching with your network
Divide the Ride – designed for families looking to organizing kids’ carpools

What if I can't find a carpool partner through ShareTheRideNC?

GoTriangle can help! We get a thrill out of it, in fact. We can provide flyers for you to post around your workplace or neighborhood. Contact us if you need assistance.

What if I'm sick or oversleep?

Call your partner as soon as possible to let them know. If there are issues of habitual tardiness, remind everyone about your agreed upon meeting and waiting time. In carpooling, everyone’s as tardy as the latest arrival.

What if I have to work late or there is an emergency?

Register for the Emergency Ride Home (ERH) program. ERH provides commuters who carpooled to work with a taxicab or rental car home in case of an emergency.

What if I don't like my fellow carpoolers?

We understand that everyone doesn’t click. We recommend ending your current rideshare arrangement. Take another look at your match list to find other carpool partners.

What if I have appointments?

Be sure to tell your carpool partner in advance that you won’t be carpooling that day. Altering the driving schedule as needed is an essential part of carpooling.