DRIVING -When best to be behind the wheels?

Our world is built on the idea of mobility. The ability to get from one place to another quickly and efficiently has completely revolutionized the way that we do things. Everything has been affected, from the way we complete our education, to the location of our employment, our excursions in travel, and how we get our food for the week. Most of us receive the licensure we need to be able to drive at about age 16, and then get hooked for the rest of our lives, driving around the world for the next 50 years. But when, really, is the best time to drive?
So many people are out there now, driving up and down the roads, getting to their destinations as quickly as possible. Traffic is terrible in many places of the country, and the environment as well is being affected by all the emissions and things that it encounters from all of the vehicles on the road. Is there any way to make a difference with the way that you drive? Absolutely. Let's take a look at some of the best times to drive.
Go ahead and get your license at age 16 - it's a liberating thing, and can help a young person a lot in their journey to gaining responsibility and becoming a productive adult. However, age 16 till about 30 is also the best time to become physically active. While it may not be possible in every city in America, there are many places where riding a bike or taking advantage of public transportation is available. If you can, see what you can do with walking, biking, or taking the bus, before you decide to drive by yourself to school or work every day.
Then, as you get older, go ahead and make adjustments-opting for as little driving as you can get away with. For those moms with a handful of children that seem to always have something they need to get to, a little driving can be extremely helpful. From school to soccer games to the local grocery store, these people really can use a good car. The trick is to plan your week so that you use it as little as possible.
As you become older, it may be necessary to drive to your place of employment. But, instead of just driving there all by yourself five days of the week, why not ask around at the workplace to see who else might be interested in saving a little gas money by carpooling. This can be an excellent way to conserve your driving time, as well as the effect you have on the environment.
Older people, as they begin to lose the sharpness of their senses, may be discouraged from driving, and thus find themselves at home more often. This is nothing to be ashamed of, and the ecological footprint of this generation may make up for that of the younger generations.
Stop to think which time in your life will really be the best time to drive. In all other circumstances, see what you can do to save money, gasoline, and the environment by opting for another way to get around.