On September 22nd, people around the world will take part in World Car Free Day - a global movement that invites us to leave the car at home and try something different.
It’s a simple idea, but a powerful one. Just imagine what our towns and cities would feel like if more of us chose to walk, cycle, or scoot instead of drive - quieter streets, cleaner air, safer spaces for everyone, and a healthier planet for the future.
Why Days Like These Matter
Most of us rely on cars more than we realise. In fact, the majority of car journeys are under 5 miles - an easy distance to cover by bike or scooter. Car Free Day is a reminder that for many of these short trips, there are better ways to travel.
Choosing to go car-free, even just for one journey, means:
- 🌍 Less pollution in the air we breathe.
- 🚦 Fewer traffic jams and calmer roads.
- 💪 A natural boost to your health and wellbeing.
- 🌳 Stronger connections to your community and environment.
It’s not about perfection; it’s about exploring small changes that add up to a big difference.
How to Get Involved in Car Free Day
There’s no single way to celebrate, and that’s what makes it fun. Here are a few ideas to inspire you:
- 🚲 Cycle your commute - Swap the car for a ride to work on a bike or eBike. It’s a simple way to start the day feeling energised.
- 🛴 Scoot your short trips - Take out an eScooter for errands, coffee runs, or meeting friends, and avoid the hassle of traffic and parking.
- 🌳 Explore your local area - Use your bike, eBike, or scooter to discover a new trail, park, or route you’ve never tried before.
- 👯 Make it social - Invite a friend or family member to join you for a ride. Car Free Day is about community as much as it is about transport.
Even one car-free trip shows what’s possible and helps us imagine a different way of moving through our towns and cities.
Looking Beyond September 22nd
Car Free Day only lasts for 24 hours, but its message is bigger than that. It’s about planting the seed that maybe, just maybe, we don’t always need to reach for the car keys.
When more of us choose active or electric transport - even for short journeys - we help shape communities that are healthier, safer, and more connected. That’s something worth celebrating, not just today, but every day.
✨ However you choose to take part this year - on a bike, eBike, or eScooter - we hope you enjoy the freedom of leaving the car behind, if only for a little while.
And if you’re feeling inspired to make the change beyond Car Free Day, you can explore bikes, eBikes, and eScooters designed to fit your lifestyle at Reid Bikes.
Happy Car Free Day 2025 from all of us at Reid.