This is the second of two articles that argues for prioritizing bikes instead of cars. The first gave six reasons biking is better than driving. This article will describe 9 small adoptable policy/community actions we can introduce to upend society’s nasty transportation default.
As a bike commuter, I reflect on bike and car culture every day. Biking instead of driving seems obvious. Unfortunately, I’m one of very few in my family, workplace, or friend groups who have adopted this healthy habit.
In this article, I will argue for greater bike use and a diminished reliance on cars, advocate for an active lifestyle and healthy environment, and encourage economic thrift and self-sustainability.
I’ve seen that having a car accident abroad, or breaking down in a place where you don’t speak the language, can be very very difficult.
I’ve first-hand knowledge of people getting stuck on the side of the highway for hours. I’ve seen cars stuck in foreign countries for months. And I’ve seen parking fees mount up to 1000€ (to be paid by the car owner, naturally.)
Here’s how you can prepare yourself.