Actually I drive so seldom that when I do I am flabbergasted by the time and effort it takes to transport and maneuver and park a car in an urban environment. Don't get me wrong, we have a car, and are totally dependent on it to be able to go kayaking, or xc skiing in most areas, or to get to the mountain areas we enjoy hiking or skiing in. But then we have a definite plan, and drive from A to B and park. We use it very rarely for shorter trips like shopping or errands, and when we do my stress level goes through the roof. It is so worth it for us to run minor errands with a bike, or by public transport, even if it may take a bit more time.