In Southern California, the car reigns supreme and the world revolves around it. Most people here worship the thing (even if they can't afford one at present) and will jump at the chance to have one. I see more bikes being used-by people who can't afford a car mostly. Another thing I noticed here is people use other people like a disposible commondity. That is why the drivers have only one person-themselves-in a huge gas hog SUV or truck. It is the me first ego at the highest level. And our crime rate, plus large fences in the front yard are increasing.