In the State of Illinois, carpooling legally falls under the definition of ridesharing. According to the (625 ILCS 30/) Ridesharing Arrangement Act:
Sec. 2. (a) “Ridesharing arrangements” means the transportation by motor vehicle of not more than 16 persons (including the driver):
(1) for purposes incidental to another purpose of the driver, for which no fee is charged or paid except to reimburse the driver or owner of the vehicle for his operating expenses on a nonprofit basis.
(1) for purposes incidental to another purpose of the driver, for which no fee is charged or paid except to reimburse the driver or owner of the vehicle for his operating expenses on a nonprofit basis.
(2) when such persons are traveling between their homes and their places of employment, or places reasonably convenient thereto, for which (i) no fee is charged or paid except to reimburse the driver or owner of the vehicle for his operating expenses on a nonprofit basis, or (ii) a fee is charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 6 of this Act.
Carpooling has long been observed despite the lack of specific regulations in Illinois. It helps traffic congestion, lessens the carbon footprint of commuters, and cuts down your mileage. Consequently, considering the latter factor, insurance companies may provide you with a discount when sharing a vehicle.
Carpooling is only one of the many discounts your insurance carrier may offer. But, before jumping to potential discounts, read more about your requirements to legally and safely cruise the State of Illinois.
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