Originally Posted by
FBinNY
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I made a decision to not drive at all 4 years ago as part of an Independence day celebration. (Independence from OPEC). My initial goal, was one month, extended to all summer, then to Oct 31 (based on weather in NY area), then to as long as possible, and when Spring came and I was still going strong, surrendered my plates and cancelled the insurance.
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Originally Posted by
FBinNY
However I still enjoy driving, and sometimes rent cars for intercity trips, and have delivered cars to other cities for family and friends. I've proven to myself that I don't need a car for daily life, but now it's only about money, and I find occasional renting much less expensive than insurance and maintenance. BUT I still enjoy driving whenever I do.
Renting cars kind of scares me a bit. I can certainly drive, but I'm a bit nervous at first. After the initial period, the only real problem is on longer trips sitting still in one position. My back hurts and it feels like restless leg syndrome coming on.