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Gen Z is choosing not to drive::Less Gen Z Americans own a driver’s license than previous generations, according to consulting firm McKinsey.
Gen Z is choosing not to drive::Less Gen Z Americans own a driver’s license than previous generations, according to consulting firm McKinsey.
Quite interesting to see them trying to live without a car in a society where cars are such a necessity. I live in the Netherlands and many of my friends don’t have a license or own a car, but over here the infrastructure is build around accessibility for people without a car. For example, I live in a small town and I can hop on my bike and reach 5 supermarkets within 15 minutes. But it’s interesting to see people trying out different modes of transportation where it’s not so easy.
The article mentions hailed mobility, like Uber and Lyft, are the alternative uses. It’s still cars, but not their car.
Considering how much cars cost I wonder if ride shares are even more expensive.
Depends on how often you drive.
there’s a lot of variables, but figure owning a car costs 300-400 a month minimum…
If you don’t need it everyday for work I can easily see ride apps/taxis being much cheaper.
300-400 for an average priced car plus 200-400 of car insurance
My town (germany) of about 10k has 2 major supermarkets (not the kind of walmart sized) in a 15min bicycle time.
2 or 3 smaller shops within 10-15min walking time.
I’m 34 and never had a driver’s license. Never really needed one and I don’t particularly enjoy driving but happy to say that if you live in one of our larger, denser cities you can get along without ever operating a car.