The table compares the percentage of journeys made by various transport methods across four nations, while the bar chart details the primary motivations for Canadian commuters choosing to travel by car.
Overall, car travel is the most prevalent form of transport in all four countries, with Canada recording the highest proportion at 90%. Conversely, the Netherlands exhibits the most diverse transport habits, with significantly higher usage of bicycles and walking compared to the other nations. In Canada, the necessity of car travel is largely driven by a lack of viable alternatives.
Regarding transport modes, Canada relies heavily on cars (90%), whereas public transport and cycling remain marginal at 3% and 1% respectively. Belgium and Germany show similar patterns, with car usage at 72% and 68%. The Netherlands stands out, as only 47% of journeys are made by car, while bicycle usage reaches a substantial 26%. Walking is also most popular in the Netherlands at 18%, compared to just 5% in Canada.
As for the reasons behind Canadian car use, 'no alternative' is the most frequently cited factor at 38%. This is followed by 'need for work' at 30% and 'convenient' at 22%. Being 'quicker' and working 'nightshift' are the least common reasons, cited by 12% and 8% of respondents respectively.