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Commuters Put Their Best Foot Forward During the Summer Walking Challenge
September 21, 2023
Now that summer has officially come to an end, let’s see how some active commuters enjoyed the fresh air and (sometimes) sunny weather!
TransAction Associates hosted a summer-long challenge called “Walk it Out.” Commuters logged their walking trips in the Commute Calendar at
eCommuter.org, and were eligible to win prizes along the way. Walkers got an online badge for 5 trips logged, a $5 Starbucks gift card for 15 trips, and an entry into a $100 raffle for 30 trips.
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On May 11, the Burlington Mall hosted its popular Touch a Truck event at The Park, drawing families for a day of hands-on fun. The event featured a wide range of vehicles, from fire trucks and construction loaders to farm equipment, big rigs, RVs, and sleek cars.
TransAction’s Middlesex3TMA shuttle was present at the event, offering attendees a closer look at the Transportation Management Association (TMA) dedicated to improving transportation infrastructure within the M3 Corridor region. This shuttle service connects the MBTA at Alewife Station to various stops within the M3 Corridor, providing a vital link for commuters.
Get Ready to Ride: Bike Month is Here!
Overall, Massachusetts is pedaling in the right direction, getting an “A” for being bicycle friendly according to a 2022 report card from the League of American Cyclists. So, what can individual companies looking to shift gears and move towards environmentally friendly employee benefits do to promote bicycling? Here are five things employers can offer to help encourage employees to bike to work:
Just mention the word “commuting” and blood pressures start to soar. Even the calmest driver starts to prickle with anxiety when faced with the prospect of wasting up to 51 hours per year stuck in traffic. With so many employees making a return to the office either full or part time, the issue of how to ease concerns over commuting has become a hot topic. Here are 5 proven commuting strategies that can transform the journey between home and work from a stress-inducing slog into something more productive --and maybe even calming.
It's officially the first day of winter! Are you ready for the snow and ice? Is your car ready? Join Luis Mejia, Fleet Mechanic at TransAction Corporate Shuttles, as he shares some winter car maintenance and safety tips.
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On May 11, the Burlington Mall hosted its popular Touch a Truck event at The Park, drawing families for a day of hands-on fun. The event featured a wide range of vehicles, from fire trucks and construction loaders to farm equipment, big rigs, RVs, and sleek cars.
TransAction’s Middlesex3TMA shuttle was present at the event, offering attendees a closer look at the Transportation Management Association (TMA) dedicated to improving transportation infrastructure within the M3 Corridor region. This shuttle service connects the MBTA at Alewife Station to various stops within the M3 Corridor, providing a vital link for commuters.
Get Ready to Ride: Bike Month is Here!
Overall, Massachusetts is pedaling in the right direction, getting an “A” for being bicycle friendly according to a 2022 report card from the League of American Cyclists. So, what can individual companies looking to shift gears and move towards environmentally friendly employee benefits do to promote bicycling? Here are five things employers can offer to help encourage employees to bike to work:
Just mention the word “commuting” and blood pressures start to soar. Even the calmest driver starts to prickle with anxiety when faced with the prospect of wasting up to 51 hours per year stuck in traffic. With so many employees making a return to the office either full or part time, the issue of how to ease concerns over commuting has become a hot topic. Here are 5 proven commuting strategies that can transform the journey between home and work from a stress-inducing slog into something more productive --and maybe even calming.
It's officially the first day of winter! Are you ready for the snow and ice? Is your car ready? Join Luis Mejia, Fleet Mechanic at TransAction Corporate Shuttles, as he shares some winter car maintenance and safety tips.
World Car-Free Day 2023 was a huge success! Organized in a variety of ways around the globe, every event shared the unifying goal of reducing the number of cars on the road. TransAction Associate s’ clients participated in MassCommute 's 2023 Car-Free Day, the Commonwealth’s Coalition of 15 TMAs to promote and celebrate Car-Free Day in Massachusetts. Commuters who participated helped to make a positive impact on the environment and contributed to a greener Bay State!