Traffic Flashcards
1
Q
3 reasons why levels of traffic have increased
A
More cars
Reduction in public transport
More commercial vehicles- online shopping
2
Q
Why are there more cars on the road?
A
People have more money
Cars are cheaper- mass production
Commuters
3
Q
Environmental effects of more traffic
A
Loss of land widening roads
Air pollution
Noise pollution
Visual pollution- car parks, motorways
4
Q
Social effects of more traffic
A
More accidents
Health problems- from the fumes
5
Q
Economic effects of more traffic
A
More spent maintaining roads
Loss of property as roads are being widened
Time wasted sitting in traffic jams
6
Q
4 schemes that reduce traffic
A
Park and ride
Bus lanes
Cycle lanes
Congestion zones
