World Car Free Day 2019 Date: Significance and Benefits of the Event That Encourages People to Combat Pollution!

World Car Free Day, a global event that is celebrated on September 22, has an extended significance than many other observations. The day encourages motorists to give up their cars for a day and take baby steps to combat pollution. Environment enthusiasts and organisations arrange for events that are held in some cities and countries. For example, this year, London roads will be closed for Car Free Day. Likewise, many cities and other parts are hosting several events dedicated to the event. World Car Free Day 2019 highlights the numerous benefits of going car-free to citizens, including reduced air pollution and the promotion of walking and cycling in a safer environment. Paris Bans 13-Year-Old Diesel Vehicles, Trucks and Motorbikes to Tackle Pollution. 

Car Free Day is open to everyone. Walking or cycling have always had severe health benefits. But in view to give the world a modern concept, the developing tools are affecting the environment. People are encouraged to get around without driving in cars on World Car Free Day. It is up to you on how you want to celebrate, but it will appreciate it if you avoid any vehicles on this day.

World Car Free Day Significance

According to the United Nations Environment, Car-Free days are an opportunity for cities to highlight how congested roads can be used in various ways. From races to cycling to street picnics anything that takes you close to nature and reduces the pollution to even minutely, is appreciated on this important day. The significance of World Car Free Day is to combat air pollution and encourage people to lead a healthy lifestyle.

World Car Free Day Benefits

There are many health benefits to ride a cycle or walk, instead of driving a car. It increases your strength and even helps to combat air pollution. Riding a bicycle or walking is considered to be a comfortable experience. Car put out a lot of exhaust which pollutes the air and riding your bike uses your muscle power. In addition, you can burn your calories, strengthen the muscles, lower your blood pressure and risk of cancer, diabetes and other diseases are also controlled over time.

Going car-free for one day can make a huge difference. We hope gradually we will be able to understand the importance of saving our environment. World Car Free Day is just a baby step towards preserving nature out of many other events that environment enthusiasts have initiated in the recent past. Let us make it better and safer!

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