Start with the journeys you make most often.
Map a normal week
Write down your regular trips, their distance and purpose. Identify which journeys could be combined, shortened or avoided. A realistic plan must account for accessibility, safety, time and the transport available where you live.
Choose a workable alternative
Walking, cycling and public transport can reduce the need for individual car trips where routes are practical. Shared trips can improve vehicle occupancy. Try one regular journey first and record the cost and time before changing your whole routine.
Think beyond the tailpipe
When comparing vehicles, consider manufacturing, energy use, the electricity supply and expected lifetime. Keeping a useful vehicle longer and replacing it at the right time involves different tradeoffs in different circumstances.
Longer-distance travel
Consider whether a meeting can be held remotely, whether trips can be combined, and whether a rail route is workable. Compare realistic door-to-door options rather than assuming one mode is always best.
Improve the choices around you
Ask your workplace about remote meetings, cycle storage or public transport support. Share specific information about unsafe crossings or missing connections with the relevant local service.