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In a way they have a point, but there are a few counterpoints: all of the UK is smaller than Canada. All of Europe is smaller than the US. It is simply harder to rack up miles driving in Europe. And as others have said, there are more alternatives to driving in Europe. Also, saying filling up for $70 is like filling up for 35 pounds in England isn't quite accurate because the exchange rate isn't fully reflected in our gas prices.
Now on the other hand, we will have to become more like the Europeans: we'll need to develop more public transportation options. We'll need to adjust our living arrangments to travel and commute shorter distances. We'll need to be smarter about matching the cars we buy to our needs. We'll have to think even more outside the box, and make more use of telecommuting, 4/10 work weeks, etc.
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