Laziness without cars marks more and more states. What is this day, what is it associated with and how is it correctly celebrated in different countries?
History
In 1973, when the fuel crisis hit, the Swiss authorities officially offered their citizens just one day without a car, replacing them with bicycles and public transport. This was the birth of a tradition. The idea turned out to be interesting, and after 2-3 years there was an annual voluntary action calling not to use your own transport. It became popular due to the aggravation of environmental problems and the search for their elimination.
In 1994, it was proposed to celebrate this day on September 22, and this initiative found support in many EU countries. In Russia, the rally was held for the first time in 2008, and the main task at that time was simple - to make the movement smaller.
How the promotion is celebrated in different countries
For motivation in a number of countries on this day, the cost of travel in minibuses and the metro is halved. Some states restrict entry to cities, suggesting walking instead.
After the surge in popularity of social networks, a new way to support the action appeared - a photo. People take pictures of themselves on a bicycle or while walking on a pawn with the hashtag #densauto (hashtags can be different, depending on the country).
Media reaction
The action began to spread thanks to the media, especially since the popularity of a healthy lifestyle was taken into account. Doctors and other professionals talk on TV or through newspapers about how badly cars are causing the world and how people help the planet once a year.
Also, the articles provide the benefits of walking for the person himself and the benefits for the economy as a whole. Still, a car is gasoline, technical inspection, repairs, etc. Just one day can save a significant amount in every family.
An important point: environmentalists studying the state of the environment noted that a day without cars in the capital improved the air condition by 15 percent.
Working with new generations
For several years now, schools have been holding events that discuss a day without cars and its importance for humans and the entire planet.
Usually, in honor of this, schools not only hold classroom hours, but also publish wall newspapers, organize competitions for cyclists and many other events.
In kindergartens, they also talk about the benefits of this day, and educators explain to children how and how a car harms a person. In this case, parents are most often involved in the events.
People's opinion
Car-Free Day today has both fans and opponents. The former join the action with great pleasure, while the latter cannot imagine walking around the city without a car. It is clear that each of us one way or another worries about environmental problems and realizes the harm of exhaust gases.
However, according to polls, only a few are willing to give up a car, even for a day. Still, for many, a car is comfort and the ability to quickly cross the city.
