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In economics these issues are called negative externalities and are well known. If you're not familiar with the term I suggest reading the Wikipedia article about it: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Externality

There's even a page about the externalities of vehicles, although it's fairly sparse: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Externalities_of_automobiles

As a society we're better off by eliminating these externalities. They're a market imbalance that harms people.



And I submit to you the Wikipedia article about Unintended consequences: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unintended_consequences

We can outlaw cars but what will be the consequences?

One reason Americans have a fascination with cars is because Americans have a fascination with freedom.

When governments attempt to eliminate imbalances they usually take away liberties. This is not necessarily an improvement.




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