This Friday, September 22, is Car Free Day! Join thousands of other D.C. residents and trade in your keys for greener modes of transport, such as biking, walking, metro or carpooling.

One of the wonderful things about the D.C. metro area is its biking-friendliness. With scenic paths and designated lanes crisscrossing the city, cycling to work, school, or just for fun is simple and safe. According to reports, D.C. is one of the safest cities in the country for bicyclists.

Montgomery Row is Bethesda’s hottest new townhome community located within walking distance of Westfield Montgomery Mall and Wildwood Shopping Center and moments from all the downtown Bethesda shops and restaurants. Now, the perfect location is even better! A brand new Montgomery County express shuttle stops right at Montgomery Row’s doorstep providing direct service to the Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro station.

Today Montgomery County begins free express bus service between the Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro station and Rock Spring Park, on a route that circles EYA’s new contemporary townhomes at Montgomery Row!

Ditch your commute and start living life within walking distance in 2016! EYA homeowners report incredible savings on their commuting time and transportation costs. In fact, our third-party study with leading research firm RCLCO confirmed that EYA residents saved over $700 per year on automobile expenses and 28 hours per year over the average regional commute.

Car Free Day is just around the corner! On Tuesday, September 22nd, park your car and go car free or car-lite by taking an alternative mode of transport such as biking, walking, Metro or carpooling. To participate, take the pledge to go car free or car-lite and you’ll be eligible to win great prizes, including a Capital Bikeshare membership and new Kindle. Giveaways and raffles will also take place on Car Free Day at various locations around the Washington area. You can also enter for a chance to win a $50 gift card from EYA* by posting your "commuter" selfie on our Facebook page!