In most states, it is illegal to ask if you own a motor vehicle to prevent a potential employer from holding any bias. Not having a car shouldn't affect one's ability to perform their job. Most employers ask if you have reliable transportation because it is a legal way to ask this same question, which centers around your attendance.

Even if you're not expected to drive for the job, you will need reliable transportation to get to work on time. Too often, employees with issues surrounding their attendance will use their bus schedule being irregular or their ride-share not showing up as reasons beyond their control for showing up late to work. However, this is perceived as a reflection of their time management skills more than anything. Merely share that you have the means to get to work consistently and on time. You don't have to explain how you get to work, as long as you get to work early and have a strong track record with your attendance.