automobilefree
Automobilefree is an adjective used to describe persons, places, or policies that minimize or eliminate the use of automobiles in daily life or urban design. It is closely related to terms such as car-free, pedestrian-friendly, and sustainable transport. The concept encompasses individual choices, neighborhood planning, and citywide strategies aimed at reducing dependence on private cars and promoting walking, cycling, and public transit.
Historically, automobilefree ideas emerged from urban planning and social movements that questioned car-dominated cities. Pedestrianization of
Applications include pedestrian zones, cycling infrastructure, low-emission zones, congestion pricing, and restrictions on private vehicles in
Potential benefits include reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, quieter streets, and safer, more livable
See also car-free movement, pedestrianization, urban planning, sustainable transport, and traffic calming.