Just to compare, this is the utopian dream for Toronto:

There are approx. 18 cars and trucks in that image.

They are taking up SIGNIFICANTLY more space, and are causing traffic.

Still, we keep saying, “give us more of this, please!”.

Insanity or stupidity?

  • velxundussa@sh.itjust.works
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    I work in Montreal.

    People biking year round are very rare, and dping so require significant effort compared to using public transit.

    I’m all for reducing car usage, but what I am saying is that solutions should be tailored to location.

    Bike work for Amsterdam, great!

    But I think cities where snowstorm are somewhat frequent should probably focus on public transit instead.

    ( I’ll admit tough that I assumed Toronto weather was similar to here and didn’t expect that much less snow! )

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      But I think cities where snowstorm are somewhat frequent should probably focus on public transit instead.

      For sure, this could be a good option, too. Anything to lessen car dependency would benefit those cities, and the people who live in them!