Strathfield Council supports carshare in the LGA. Carshare is a convenient and cost-effective alternative to private car ownership. It complements sustainable transport modes such as walking, cycling and public transport, thereby reducing private vehicle use and parking demand, by enabling residents and local businesses convenient access to vehicles for short periods. As well as being cost effective, there are environmental benefits through an overall reduction in car use, and through the use of environmentally friendly vehicles. In order to provide residents of Strathfield ongoing access to carshare options, a Carshare Policy has been adopted to formalise the use of on-street and public off-street parking areas by Carshare operators.