On the other hand, how do you measure cost? Sitting in traffic surely has a substantial cost for most people. That cost varies widely between individuals.
I agree.
When I sit in traffic, I sometimes ponder the amount of gasoline being consumed each minute by cars in a mile long stretch of freeway.
In fact, I wonder if the city, county, or state office holders realize how many billions of dollars it burned up by this colossal waste of the public’s time.
Roads went a long time without being expanded. They were ripping us off. So it’s gas taxes, tolls, and wasted time because our overlords didn’t get off their asses and do something to help ease the traffic congestion.
In my region you can add in a massive number of additional cars, as illegals vie for road space along with us.
I have a hybrid, so I’m sitting there with my engine off, or using the battery for short stretches.
I may never make up the cost of the hybrid part of my car, but I have to tell you I’ve never been so relaxed when sitting in traffic either. In fact, at times I have a great big smile on my face. LOL