Canada

Thanks.

So it's mainly for costs and money. It's an entirely valid reason. What's a bit disappointing is that some are delaying the purchase of a car now to save money, but still want one eventually. It's still a good thing, but kind of still perpetuates car dependency on the long term.

I never owned a car but it's mainly because I don't want to drive a gas burning vehicle that can kill other people around me. I wouldn't drive one if they were electric and free, unless they're the size of a golf cart.

The financial side is obviously a plus. It allows me to spend more on housing, because it's important to live in a place with services nearby.

It's also keeping me somewhat fit. I can walk a few km, or can easily cycle a few dozen km. And I'm just mentioning the environment but it's obviously better for it if we avoid using cars.

Yet as mentioned in my previous comment, it often feels like society is pressuring me and people without cars to join the trafic and the race to find parking. Like the vibe of the article, everyone with a car around me tells me that one day I'll have no choice but to give up and get one. It's just a matter of time and inevitable. Some have told me I'm not even a real adult as long as I don't have a car.