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A third of Americans don't drive. So why is our transportation so car-centric?
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I drive as well, and I hate it every time. I drive because I "have too".
If there was quality rail, subway, tram, and regional bus service that was within a five minute walk I would choose it any day.
There something about being chauffeured around that so much more relaxing and stress free.
Unfortunately, the car centric argument always seems to be more public transit would take away from people desire to drive, but on the contrary it would make driving less stressful. Less cars "in your way" or on the road and local streets.
Commuting is all about avoiding crowds. I love driving, I just hate traffic. It's so mainstream so all the joy is gone.
Trains are amazing when it's not packed. You can look outside, have some drink, use your phone without getting motion sick.
Busses are pretty wild, not my favourite. If you see a bus in Belgium, do not play a dare with them. You will die.
E-bike is amazing if you have a road without cars. Which is what I do now. 28,7 km a day. Decent exercise too. The off road part is pretty fun. Bit of a game to be honest.
Honest question; how is an E-Bike decent exercise? I've never used one before.
@k0e3 @Wanpieserino depends on the type, but in Europe it's only legally an ebike if the battery only assists pedalling - no throttle, no working if you're not pedalling - and cuts out after 15.5mph/25kph (anything more is a motorbike). So it takes the edge off hills, helps at junctions etc, but you're still going to have to work while on it. https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/fitness-and-training/electric-bike-fitness
Also it takes away that initial "ugh I can't be bothered, I'll drive" so you end up cycling more in general.