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#619: What Driving Tells Us About Agency, Skill, and Freedom

The Art of Manliness

CHAPTER

Driving, Freedom, and the Future of Mobility

This chapter examines the complex relationship between driving and human experiences of freedom, agency, and risk, notably through an off-road biking anecdote. It critiques the shift towards safety-centric policies and the rise of autonomous vehicles, questioning the implications of technology-driven urban mobility and increased corporate control. Furthermore, the chapter discusses the effects of surveillance and data commodification on personal freedoms, highlighting the tension between innovation and individual agency.

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