Driving Verses Transit: What Would It Take To Ditch Your Car For Your Commute?

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chicago traffic
Steven Vance/Creative Commons

Driving Verses Transit: What Would It Take To Ditch Your Car For Your Commute?

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According to studies, automobile use peaked in the Chicago area several years ago, and more people are using other forms of transportation to get around than ever before. But there are still a ton of cars on the road, and the traffic just seems to get worse each year. If you drive to work, and your commute is over an hour, why do you still drive? What would it take to get out of your car and into public trans? Morning Shift takes your calls, and talks with experts about what the city and the region are doing to prepare for the future.