Research shows that wearing your mask, and opening the front passenger window, and the window behind the driver seat helps to reduce the spread of the novel coronavirus in your vehicle. See this NY Times article.
I live in Arlington Heights and am looking to get a ride to and from work. Its only 2.8 miles inone direction. I know promptness is very important and respect the fact that we both need to be on time. I would contribute gas money weekly if you are nearby and this might work for you.