The ASDA supermarket in Union Street, Grantham, was the first firm to throw its weight behind the campaign and will be encouraging staff to sign up to the scheme.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AS AN ASDA TRAFFICBUSTER

General manager Nick Whyte told the Journal the supermarket has 560 workers and around 60 staff cars in its car park every day.

The supermarket already does its bit to keep cars off the roads by putting staff who live out of town on the same shifts so they can travel to work together.

Many staff cycle to work and the store even donated a bike to make travel easier for one staff member.

Store events co-ordinator Ian Rose is co-ordinating the campaign at the store and already gives lifts to colleagues himself.

He said: "There's one colleague I pick up most mornings.

"I think more people should be doing it to reduce the impact on the environment and the amount of traffic in the town."

Fill in the online form to register your details and start lift sharing.

Do you want to register your business for the Trafficbusters scheme? Contact assistant editor Bob Hart on 01476 562291 or e-mail: bob.hart@granthamjournal.co.uk

Why car share?

Running a car is becoming more and more costly – by sharing journeys with someone else you can instantly halve your fuel costs.

Car sharing cuts the number of cars on the roads – easing congestion and reducing the demand for parking spaces.

It can be a great way to meet new friends and take the stress out of motoring.

Car sharing is an easy way to do your bit for the environment and help cut exhaust emissions.

Car sharing tips

Be punctual and make sure you stick to your route and pickup times

Set up a cost sharing arrangement from the start – if you are not sharing the driving equally make sure you are clear about how costs will be shared

Swap phone numbers and make sure you notify your fellow car sharers if you are ill or not able to make the pickup

Drive carefully and keep the car clean and in good condition

Give it time to work – it might take a few weeks to settle into a pattern but many car sharers find they enjoy the experience

Safety precautions

Try to meet anyone you might share a car with in a public place first before making a firm commitment to travel together.

Don't reveal too much personal information up front.

Check each others driving licences, MOT certificates and insurance documents

Swap emergency contact numbers in case you are in an accident

Set ground rules about eating, drinking, the radio, smoking etc

Use common sense and trust your instincts