The only reason why we were able to live the car oriented lifestyle we have is because we decided to subsidize and build roads for mass market cars. This doesn'

The only reason why we were able to live the car oriented lifestyle we have is because we decided to subsidize and build roads for mass market cars. This doesn't preclude the existence of streetcar suburbs with walkable neighborhoods, and it isn't so bad once you realize that cars generate a whole lot of noise, especially the faster they run. Long distance journey can be facilitated by interurban rails and railroads.