In some cities people are choosing cars instead of bicycles, while in other cities riding bikes are replacing cars. Why is this the case? Which development do you think is better?

It is true that some people decide to go by car as an alternative of bike, whereas citizens from other parts of the world use bicycles as a replacement for all kinds of four-wheeled vehicles. There are many reasons for this, and in my opinion I would argue that it is better to use bicycles instead of cars.

Each group has own reasons for their decision. One of the most significant causes why residents keen on travelling by bike is to protect our environment. Using eco-friendly vehicles especially bicycles may contribute to reduce the emissions of greenhouse gases eliminated from petroleum fuels vehicles and improve the global warming condition. On the contrary, there are several reasons why cycling as an activity is not popular to some individuals. First, cycling demands a reasonable level of physical fitness to cope with a journey of any length, going up hills and perhaps confronting biting winds and rains. Furthermore, journeys by bike generally take longer than travelling by car, which is a major factor in the busy and stressful lives which most people seem to lead nowadays.

Personally, I believe that people should cycling instead of driving because of its undeniable advantages. Firstly, taking a trip by bike can save them a great deal of money paying for fuels, parking fees and ecotax. For example, some European countries have had registration taxes based on fuel consumption for several years so going by car will cost them a lot of money. Secondly, cycling has positive impacts on people’s health. For instance, when citizens sit at their seats for too long, they are more prone to obesity. Moreover, beginning with using a bike for short journeys to work or to the shops will be an effective way to build up fitness and improve individual’s health.

In conclusion, although both riding bikes and driving cars are advantageous in their own ways, it seems to me that it is better for residents to use bicycles as their main transport instead of cars.