Why We Need Public Transportation, Not More Self-Driving Cars

The rise of driverless cars and autonomous vehicles has led many to believe that the end of public transportation is nigh. From improving driving conditions to safer roads, the innovative technology promises to revolutionize how people move in modern cities. But even though driverless cars may offer relief for many of the problems plaguing individuals in cities, they will not resolve the biggest rising issue in urban transportation: gridlock. The issue of city congestion goes well beyond who's behind the wheel, whether man or machine. Having more cars on the road, even if they are autonomous, will generally lead to higher congestion.