🚲 Italy is gearing up for a cycling revolution! The country's bicycle market is predicted to grow by a whopping 60% by 2026. But while the wheels are turning across Italy, Rome's drivers are hitting the brakes on swapping their cars and scooters for bikes. 🇮🇹
The Eternal City's mayor is taking a page from other European capitals, pushing for more pedal power to combat pollution and boost citizens' health. 🌿 Switching from four wheels to two not only shrinks a commuter's carbon footprint but also helps unclog those infamous Roman traffic jams. 🌍🛵➡️🚲
But here's the twist: less than 5% of Italians currently use their personal bikes as their main ride, a stark contrast to the 41% of Dutch folks who cycle around daily. 🚴♂️🇳🇱 vs. 🇮🇹
So, what's holding Rome back? Could it be the ancient cobblestone streets? The chaotic traffic? Or simply a case of old habits dying hard? 😅
As Italy pedals toward a greener future, will Rome join the ride or stay stuck in neutral? Stay tuned! 🌟
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Italy's bicycle market set to grow by 60% – but drivers resist in Rome
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