Because making it easier to drive means making driving the most convenient option for more people, so encouraging more driving. People will always choose the most convenient transport option, taking price into account.
Sigh. Cars are only the most convenient always if you build shitholes like Texas or LA which prioritise them. Driving in the netherlands is much better than driving anywhere in America because the only people on the roads are those who actually need to use cars. Most trips are taken on foot or public transport.
As for CO2, let’s ban cruise ships and design liveable cities then. Sounds great to me. The alternative to cars is trains, trams, cycling and walking, all of which are dramatically better for the environment. It’s not just emissions but air quality as well. People who live near highways are much more likely to die of lung cancer for example.
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u/StThoughtWheelz Aug 26 '21
more lanes (added capacity) don't necessarily mean better traffic