Ask anyone who lives in an urban or suburban area about traffic, about the cost or unavailability of parking spaces, about insurance, about road rage. When I drive it affects you, when you drive, it affects me. Such a transition will not be easy. It cannot be legislated, nor should it be. Nevertheless, I believe the opportunity for change has arrived, as a byproduct of escalating fuel prices.
Consumers begin placing gasoline economy at the top of their list.
Smaller, lighter, vehicles become the cars of choice. Less fuel is consumed and, by the same token, fewer pollutants are emitted. Aside from the obvious benefit to the environment, that, in itself, reduces the cost to the community. And if it takes higher gasoline prices to make that happen, so be it. Previous Features All About Cars weekly editorials have been archived for your interest and enjoyment.