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Re:France is now offering a €4k e-bike subsidy to people who... by rtlfe on Tuesday August 23, 2022 @08:04AM (#32563574)
> People need cars to do things.

Some people need cars to do some things. For many of them it's easier and cheaper to use taxis and rentals than to own a car. As more people give up car ownership it becomes easier for others to follow.

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Re:France is now offering a €4k e-bike subsidy to people who... by smileysteve on Tuesday August 23, 2022 @09:13AM (#32564430)
Some of the time.

With wfh, it's normal that I leave walking distance twice every week. Taxis, uber, or a rental car for a trip would definitely be cheaper.

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