You can have my car when you pry it from my cold, dead fingers...<p>Seriously, cars aren't perfect for every situation, but nothing can match the flexibility of a car. They are popular for a <i>reason</i>. Need to go to the corner store for milk, but it's raining out? Car is nice. Need to head all the way across the country, hauling something (too big | too awkward | not allowed | etc) for an airplane? Drive. Need to go somewhere unusual after work that isn't remotely close to a (subway station | bus stop | airport | etc)? You're fucked, or on the hook for a long walk or an expensive cab ride. Or maybe you live somewhere that doesn't have subways, buses, trains, etc.<p>If I lived in, say, Chicago, I doubt I'd drive very <i>often</i> but I darn sure always intend to have car (or two, or three) no matter where I live.