If you smoke,
Call the New York State Quitline to help you quit 1-866-NY-QUITS (1-866-697-8487)
Take the pledge to have a smoke-free home
Read Smoke-Free Myths and Facts
- Remove all cigarettes, butts, the ashtray and lighter from the vehicle.
- Clean your car or get the interior detailed so that everything is clean and fresh.
- Ask others not to smoke in your car.
- Consider carpooling or using public transportation for a while.
- Don’t travel the same routes you’re used to, especially if you’d be passing the places where you usually buy cigarettes.
- If you get a craving, remind yourself that it will pass in just a minute or two.
- If you’re taking a long trip, plan frequent rest stops along the way.
- Smoke only outside of the car.
- Bring healthy things to nibble on (popcorn, pretzel sticks, raisins or other dried fruits, bite-sized veggies, berries or grapes).

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