Could You Be a Slug?
Slugging describes a casual carpooling phenomenon that is unique to the Washington, DC Metropolitan area. To take advantage of faster commute times, by riding in the area's High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes, commuters form casual, on-the-spot carpools. Single Occupant Vehicle (SOV) drivers will pick up enough passengers, going to the same or nearby destination, to allow legal use of the HOV lanes. No money is exchanged yet everyone wins - the driver has a faster commute along the HOV lanes and the passengers get a FREE ride. Slug lines typically form at locations like commuter park and ride lots, at or near major employment sites, like the Pentagon or State Department in DC. For more information about this non-traditional commuting option visit Slug-Lines.com.

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