Trend

Car-free cities

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About This Trend

European cities such asOslo,Paris, and most recentlyStockholmhave converted their downtown districts or city centers into car-free areas. Research shows that car-free environments result in healthier people, thriving local economies where people can shop in walkable places, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and better environmental outcomes.

Trend Updates

Feb. 26, 2024 — Seismic shift in everyday usage

  • More people than ever are using this technology and it is now more evident that it will be part of the ongoing landscape...

Feb. 26, 2023 — Federal Regulations spike Demand

  • Because of continued interest in this technology and a favorable environment for growth...

Feb. 26, 2021 — Pandemic recalibrates supply

  • People are unable to create and devote time to innovating this critical technology now

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