Sam Judd  Comment on the environment from columnist Sam Judd
Sam Judd: Road rage remedies   We've all seen it (and some of us
have been it): the disgruntled motorist waving the shaky fist at
someone who has cut in front during rush hour. Traffic
congestion is a bane for many and heavy car use significantly
impacts our environment.  Aside from the obvious air pollution
and carbon emissions associated with using vehicles, more cars
mean more heavy metals (brake dust for example) that poison our
environment.  Much has been said, written and haggled about the
woes of commuters in Auckland. With thousands of cars maneuvered
by stressed solo drivers, I for one didn't enjoy the traffic or
the road rage I encountered when I arrived to live here and I
avoid rush hour like the plague.  We Kiwis love our cars. We
love the freedom it brings, but as the cost to commute increases
(both financial and environmental), we need to look for
alternatives.  I am not saying we need to get rid of cars - I
enjoy the Nissan Safari 4W