[Germanauto]

Lot of good points on both sides. I think there's a lot of truth to the economic arguments but also part of me feels there's a general waning interest in cars as a hobby/passion. In the past there were no cell phones, internet, etc. so automobiles were viewed as a means of freedom and self-expression. Nowadays technology and social media has taken over that role. People are moving back into urban centers so the costs and headaches associated with owning a car play a major role too.

I obviously love cars but I'd love to just take a bus/light rail to work on a daily basis. When I lived in Seattle there was excellent public transportation around the metropolis. Driving didn't save much time due to traffic. I miss having that option.