What is Car Free Day?
On September 22nd, Car Free Day International encourages motorists around the world to give up their cars for a day. The observance is also known as World Car Free Day.
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Many people around the world consider their car a necessity. They wouldn't be able to zip to their destination quickly without it. Today, an estimated 1.4 billion vehicles travel the roads around the world. At one time, the United States had the most car owners at one time. Now China claims the award. More cars are produced by Volkswagen and Toyota than other firms.
Cars are a fast and convenient way to get around. However, automobiles pollute the climate. Scientists point to automobiles as contributing to global warming rather than air pollution.
Car Free Day is an initiative that aims to see what life would be like without cars on the road. Instead, the observance encourages motorists to walk or bike. For those who must travel long distances, the day encourages the use of mass transit. Cities are also able to use their highways in different ways on a day. For example, horses are ridden on the streets in Sao Paulo, Brazil, for example.
