I tried living without a car in rural America—I lasted only 2 weeks

When you move to a rural town, living car-free seems like a noble goal—less carbon, fewer costs, more reliance on public transit. But in practice, it’s a logistical maze. Buses often run infrequently, ride-sharing is spotty and expensive, and cycling can feel perilous. The challenge isn’t just personal; it exposes deeper inequities. For those without a car, life’s essentials—groceries, appointments, opportunities—become unreachable. Creative solutions like car shares and better infrastructure show promise, but for now, the countryside’s independence comes with a heavy dependency: a car.

This is a reminder for Minot. When we talk about things like affordable housing, we should probably add the cost of car ownership if we want to be honest, and we want a true picture of the world we’re living in.

Curio : A new type of content. It's not "news" and it's not "commentary," it may not even be about Minot. But whatever it is, Minot may need it or you may enjoy it!

Fast Company

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Adele Peters, Fast Company

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Josh Wolsky

Developer & Writer @TheMinot Voice, Fan of the Souris River, SavorMinot Advocate. Fortunate to be a 'former' City Council member ;)

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