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dublinben · 4124 days ago · link · · parent · post: America is a country that has forgotten how to walk.
In a small American town you're also likely not within walking distance of useful businesses. In my suburban hometown, the nearest grocery store or other stores are 2.5 miles away along a state highway with no sidewalks. Newer communities with more housing developments are even worse for walking. It's no surprise that Americans outside of dense urban areas don't consider walking a viable means of transportation.
cultureramp · 4124 days ago · link ·
Economy plays into it as well. When I was a child, there were two full-blown grocery stores (one chain, one independent) in my home-town, plus a food-centric general store. Last time I was there, only the general store remained. Citizens have to drive 30+ miles for many types of groceries.