Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Brit in Germany: Why Young Europeans Are Moving Away from Cars

May 17, 2026 | Driving used to be a given. Now, for a growing number of young people in Europe, it’s starting to feel unnecessary and maybe even irrational.

Rising costs are part of the story. But so are deeper changes — in how cities are built, what’s being prioritised, and what everyday life is starting to look like.

This video breaks down what’s really changing and what that means going forward. I write more about what these shifts mean on an individual level. …