The Verge’s Andrew J. Hawkins joins us to discuss how he started a bike bus in his community.

Community & Social Impact - The "bike bus" initiative fosters community engagement, particularly among children, by promoting cycling to school [1] - Addresses the issue of long, depressing car lines for school drop-offs, offering a more joyful and community-oriented alternative [6] - Inspired by a similar program in Portland, Oregon, demonstrating the potential for replication and scalability [3] Program Growth & Reach - The program started with five families and has grown significantly over three years [4] - Now involves upwards of 400 children riding to all seven schools in the town every Friday [4] - The initiative includes multiple routes and an interactive map on the website, enhancing accessibility and participation [4] Benefits of the Initiative - Provides children with physical activity and an opportunity to experience the world outside of a car [5] - Creates a safe cycling environment for children, addressing concerns about riding alongside larger vehicles [2] - Incorporates elements of fun and entertainment, such as playing music, to enhance the experience for the children [3][5]