Sorry, Brendan, but I think your post was bollocks. Cars are only just over a 100 years old. We managed quite well without them for several millenia. I speak as a car owner and don't have many qualms about having one. But specious arguments about 'needing' a car just don't wash. (Though I concede that a few jobs may nowadays rely on one). [Just to temper this post, I've had a couple of glasses of wine - normally I admire and respect you B]