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Driving Through The Ruins | Good Cities

New Polity

CHAPTER

The Negative Impacts of Car Culture on Society

This chapter discusses the negative impacts of the car culture on society, including its effects on housing, work, community, and women's lives. It explores how cars create artificial difficulties and economic barriers, leading to a disconnection from social ties and fulfillment. The chapter also highlights the centralization of power and capital, the illusion of time savings, and the missed opportunities for urban development.

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