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[–] [email protected] 8 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

Trucks have their purpose, but the point is that too many people have cars and trucks that go on trips that could otherwise be done by bicycle, walking or transit.

Here in Vancouver, I see a bunch of parents bringing their kids to school on the back of their bike, then head right to work. I even shop at Costco with big bags strapped to my bike.

For the odd time I want to road trip, bring a bunch of buddies somewhere transit doesn't go, or need a cargo van to move furniture or things, I'm part of modo coop where I can rent one for a few hours, a day or many days.

Trucks have their place. I have a lot of respect for landscapers and contractors, you can tell who is using their pickup truck for its purpose by the amount of dirt, no lift kit, and the stuff in the back. Not everyone in the city and suburbs needs one every day.