Studies show that the current overall trend toward driving less that is occurring in the United States is being led by the millennial generation. According to the University of Michigan's Transportation Research Institute, "young people are getting driver's licenses in smaller numbers than previous generations." Other age groups are contributing to the drop-off in driving … Continue reading Article: Young Americans leading the trend toward less driving
Evidence abounds for walkability as an economic development tool
Why do we need walkable communities? Well, in addition to the health benefits of walking and the decreased environmental impact of car-free transportation, it turns out that walkability has an overwhelmingly positive effect on local economies. There is a growing body of evidence that walking increases economic activity and that pedestrians can be a key … Continue reading Evidence abounds for walkability as an economic development tool
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