Madrid’s anti-car movement 

Cities worldwide are discouraging driving. They’re promoting cycling and walking instead. But in the Spanish capital, car use has gone up. And as Jennifer O’Mahony reports, residents of Madrid are fighting city hall to get more safe space for pedestrians and bike lanes.

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