Lower levels of car ownership in urban areas is linked with the availability of public transport, and with proximity to shops, amenities, and recreational facilities (maybe within 15mins of home…). Evidence from France suggests it is also linked to reduced parking access and higher fuel prices.

Three things that influence car purchase decisions: - Utilitarian factors - Image and status factors - Environmental factors This is noteworthy: “car owners tended to be habitual when it came to the types of vehicle that they purchased”