The 9 Unwritten But Sacred Rules Of Bay Area Casual Carpool

In a utopian future, these would be 100% legally binding.

1. Public radio ONLY.

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Unless all present parties have formally agreed to blast Kesha.

2. Always offer your driver a dollar for the toll.

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Or $2 if you're going from San Francisco back to the East Bay.

3. Speak only when spoken to.

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The driver initiates any necessary conversation.

4. Three people per car, unless the driver explicitly agrees to four.

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5. NO eating.

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Assume the driver doesn't want his or her seats covered with greasy burrito filling.

6. WEAR A SEATBELT.

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Also a rule for life in general!

7. Don't jump the line.

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The "first come, first serve" policy is simple and finite. No cuts!

8. ...But feel free to decline a ride.

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(If the person seems super sketch.)

9. Keep your thirst to yourself.

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If there's a hottie in your carpool, consider that maybe they don't want to be hit on on their way to work. (On the other hand, if you're in a succesful casual carpool-originating relationship, let us know!)