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Originally Posted by tyler1980
they use public transit, have fuel efficient cars, walk, and ride bikes.
I lived in London for almost 8 years. didn't drive even once.
their transport infrastructure puts the US to shame. still remember taking the bus and the tube when my wife was in labour with our first child. Was faster than driving if we even had a car
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Yeah, if you live in London, I can see why you don't need a car. Like if you live in NYC or any major US city. I worked in NYC and took public transportation to work.
But the US is expansive. There are 11 US States each larger than the entire UK. An overwhelming majority can't walk or bike to work. My coworkers live 40 kilometers away, 80 round trip and need to drive to work. Even with a fuel efficient car, it would be a fortune at almost $7 a gallon.