Independence Day in the United States creates millions of trips. Photo by Jeff Krause.
Today marks Independence Day, commonly known as Fourth of July, commemorating the United States’ independence from Great Britain.
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p>With population and urbanization rates growing, and motorization not showing any signs of slowing down, we need a new option for personal mobility. The current size and rigidness of cars leave little room for future urban growth and threaten the health of cities.
With few options, lower-income families rely on "Buy Here Pay Here" programs to solve their mobility needs. Photo by Staci Myers.
You're more likely to want to walk, rather than drive, at the end of a stressful day, argues Todd Litman, executive director of the Victoria Transport Policy Institute. Photo by Ted Winder.
