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We want to hear from you! Middle Peninsula commuters are invited to take the 2025 survey for a chance to win a $250 VISA gift card
Blog, Carpooling, News

Middle Peninsula residents are invited to participate in a brief survey to help enhance regional commuting options through the MidPenRideShare program. Available now, the 25-question online survey takes just a…
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Woman sitting in her car daydreaming.
Blog, Carpooling

If you’ve ever considered carpooling but haven’t made the leap, you’re not alone. Maybe you like the flexibility of driving solo, or you’re worried about coordinating schedules. But if rising…
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Daffodils in the spring on the side of the road. Cars in the background are out of focus. Green grass.
Blog, Carpooling

As we set our clocks forward for daylight saving time, we also have a chance to reset our daily routines. Spring is a season of renewal, making it the perfect…
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car driving in field of flowers
Blog, Carpooling, News

Spring is nearly here, and it’s the perfect time to give your vehicle the attention it deserves after a long, cold winter. For commuters, a well-maintained car is not only…
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A family drives down a narrow dirt road through a scenic autumn forest
Blog, Carpooling

Over 132 million Americans plan on traveling this Thanksgiving holiday. Whether you’re heading out to visit family or just taking a road trip to escape the crowds, with the right…
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A woman checks the oil in her car
Blog, Carpooling

October is here, and the Car Care Council reminds us that it’s time to start preparing your vehicle for winter driving with Car Maintenance Month. To celebrate, we’ve put together…
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A woman sings along to the radio in her car
Blog, Carpooling

Hop in the car, head to the nearby park and ride, pick up your carpool, and crank up the music to start your day off on the right note! We’ve…
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A man and a woman share a ride in a car
Blog, Carpooling

Commuting to college can be a challenging experience for students. Between battling traffic, finding parking and the cost of gas, the daily drive can be stressful and costly. However, there’s…
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Two children smile in the backseat of a car
Blog, Carpooling, News

Summer brings warm weather, long days and a break from the regular school routine. For many families, this also means juggling various activities, camps and outings for the kids. Carpooling…
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A man works on his laptop in the kitchen with his family
Blog, News, Teleworking

Teleworking during the summer with kids at home can be a challenging but manageable experience. Here are some tips to help you balance work and family life effectively: 1. Set…
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MidPenRideShare is a free service operated by the Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission for residents, workers, commuters, and tourists in Virginia’s Middle peninsula (Counties of Essex, Gloucester, King and Queen, King William, Mathews, and Middlesex and the towns of Tappahannock, Urbanna, and West Point).
The Commission has partnered with the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) and their Virginia-wide ConnectingVA program to provide free ridematching to find carpools, vanpools, and all forms of public transportation, trip planning, and information on park-and-ride lots, bike share services, electric vehicle charging stations, and rewards.