6 Cars For People Who Hate Cars

These futuristic cars could make you rethink your haterade.

By Lacey Henry Posted 07.10.2013 at 9:00 am 2 Comments

Toyota Fun VII Toyota's Fun VII concept car has been nicknamed a "smartphone on wheels," because of its digital skin and interactive features. gallery.drivespark.com

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Do Americans just not want to drive cars any more? Recent studies suggest that the United States has passed its driving zenith, with the number of miles driven per person peaking in 2005. As of April 2013 the number of miles driven per person had dropped 9 percent below the peak, equivalent to measurements recorded in January 1995. Americans of all ages have cited various factors, from recession woes to environmental concerns, and car manufacturers are taking note, with big names such as Mercedes-Benz and Audi incorporating futuristic new ideas into their designs. Here, we present six cars for people who think they don't want to drive any more.

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