Think of all the things you could do if you weren't driving—meal planning, reading, getting a jumpstart of the workday. The less you drive also means more money for other things like dinners out, gym memberships, and vacations. Commuters who share the ride to work in any mode other than driving alone—like a carpool/vanpool, bike, walk, train, etc. can use the time spent on their daily commute to help achieve other New Years Resolutions.