> are there lots of people in NYC and surrounding area who must drive into the city for work and don't have convenient alternatives available? Yes. Many poor p

> are there lots of people in NYC and surrounding area who must drive into the city for work and don't have convenient alternatives available? Yes. Many poor people (think teachers, healthcare workers, services workers) have been priced out of living in areas that are commutable by MTA. You're looking at driving in or a 2-3 hour commute. People who think NYC's mass trans is 'the best in the U.S.' already live in Manhattan/close-in Brooklyn. Don't get me wrong, it's great – if you're already paying $40k/year in rent anyway.