People arent using cars as much because it is not worth their time. It is easier for them to just jump on a bus or walk or bike to their destination. Places that dont use cars are having a better life because people are not as stressed and there isnt nearly as much pollution. "When i had a car i was always tense. im much happier this way". other countries are getting in on the "car reduced" comunities.

In Paris they ban driving because of all the smog in the city. they would fine people who did drive on those days and depending on how people reacted their cars would be impounded. people were just using public transportation and by the next few days the smog was gone.

In bogota, colombia they have had a "car free" day for the past three years where people walk to work or school or take public trasportation. "its a good opportunity to take away stress and lower air pollution". and for the first time two other colombian cities, cali and valledupar, joined the event. many people have gone car free for a long time instead of just a day. they just use bikes or public transportation because it is easier and less stressful.

In the united states people have been driving less adn getting fewer licenses as the years progress. the number of miles driven per person in 2013 was the same as it was in 1995. the renewal of center cities has made the suburbs less appealing and has drawn empty nesters back in. likewise the rise in cellphones and car-pooling apps has facilitated more flexible commuting arrangements, including the evolution of shared van services for getting to work. in new york there is a bike sharing program that is really taking off. and the tolls on bridges and tunnels are making people drive less and less. there has also been a large drop in percentage of sixteen to thirtynine year olds getting licenses.