It's no secret that cars take up A LOT of space on the road. However, there really are a lot of alternative methods of transportation out there. These thought-provoking pictures might just make you change your morning commute!
It’s pretty alarming how much space people can take up depending on how they travel.
Biking and public transportation keeps the roads a lot clearer, as evidenced by this photo.
Look how many bikers fit in the space that 3 cars (and likely only 3 people) would.
This demonstration shows just how much space one person in a car can take up on a busy stretch of road.
How many bikes can you count in a space where a single car would park?
A European cycling group called “Let’s Bike It” also demonstrated just how bulky cars can be.
This man clearly shows that if you’re traveling alone, biking is a much more economical method of transportation.
Cutting down on traffic congestion might be easier than people think.
Biking isn’t the only alternative option available for most people, however.
Public transportation (via bus or metro stations) can save you time and money.
This visual aid exemplifies just how often cars tend to dominate road space.
This gentlemen does the same.
Consider the point made here by this street art.
These bike racks are a not-so-subtle encouragement for citizens to rethink how they’re getting around.
1 car = 10 bikes!!!
So, we can see less of this…
…and maybe more of this!
The annual Car Free Day in Bangkok shows just how easy it is for people to take to the streets on bikes!
Maybe you can avoid this in the future.
Next time you hit the road, simply remember that you have options!
