What is the Irvine Spectrum?
The Irvine Spectrum is one of the nation's premier high tech, industrial and commercial business parks. It is comprised of over 5,000 acres and is now home to more than 2,600 businesses employing in excess of 55,000 people. The Irvine Spectrum is commonly confused with the Irvine Spectrum Center. Spectrum Center is a retail/entertainment destination at the center of the larger Irvine Spectrum Business Park.

How can Spectrumotion offer its services free of charge?
Spectrumotion is an Association funded solely by the property owners in Irvine Spectrum. It works the same way a homeowners association does in a residential neighborhood. The only difference is that our mission is to reduce traffic congestion rather than maintain common areas. It is not necessary for us to charge commuters or employers for individual services due to this unique funding arrangement.

What does Spectrumotion do with the personal information I provide them?
Spectrumotion guaranties that we will only use your information to provide you with commute alternatives. We do not share your information with other organizations nor do we sell mailing lists. When we provide other Irvine Spectrum commuters with information about you for the purpose of setting up a potential carpool, we only provide your work phone number and main cross streets near your home. We understand the need for you to feel secure that the information you provide us is not going to generate annoying junk mail or telemarketing phone calls. "Click here for our complete Privacy Policy."

Is ridesharing different than carpooling?
Yes and no. Ridesharing is a general term that encompasses many alternatives to driving alone. Carpooling is a form of ridesharing as is vanpooling, riding the train or bus, cycling and even walking and telecommuting.

As an employer, why should I involve myself in my employees' commutes?
There are many reasons:

• Increased Productivity - employees arrive at work more rested and less stressed leading to higher productivity.
• Decreased Usage of Sick Time - less stress creates healthier employees overall.
• Higher Morale and Increased Employee Retention - employees view your assistance as a benefit, increasing morale and tenure with the company.
• Tax Benefits for Both the Employer and Employee - new Commuter Choice tax regulations offer benefits to both employers and commuters for rideshare assistance programs.
• Spectrumotion services and programs are already paid for so why not!

I already rideshare. Why should I register with Spectrumotion?
The biggest reason is our Emergency Ride Home program. When you register with us, you become eligible for a free ride home if an emergency arises and you are unable to rideshare home. The rules are very liberal and cover almost anything that might occur. Registering with us also allows us to notify you of contests and promotions that you are eligible for as a ridesharer. From time to time, you'll have the opportunity to win some great prizes just for continuing to rideshare.

Why does Spectrumotion offer free trial periods on some forms of ridesharing?
Spectrumotion currently offers a free monthly bus pass, a free 10-trip Metrolink ticket, or a free seat on a vanpool for a month for commuters who currently drive alone and are willing to try one of these alternatives. We do this because we're confident that once you try it, you'll find that it's cheaper than commuting alone and convenient enough to stay with it. Our follow-up surveys show that 70 percent of those who try ridesharing will continue doing it well past their free trial period.