Analysis

Before I began my experiment, I did a bit of analysis. I asked myself: why do I need a car? For each answer, I documented alternatives and actions  (see chart).  I was committed to altering my routine and to challenge long accepted norms of consumption, convenience, mobility, safety and independence. 

Why do I need a car?	Alternate
To get to work	Bus? Rides from Colleagues? GRAs? Moped? Rental?
To shop Groceries – Holiday Market Clothing, Household and H+BA – Northland, Somerset, Oakland, Fairlane, Eastland; Other specialty shops (T Mobile, Universal Plumbing, et.al.)	Eastern Market, Lafayette Foods, CVS, Busy Bee on foot or bike; Trusted source for Meat and fish (EM, Ye Olde Butcher Shop); Whole Foods opening soon)? Shop for clothing/shoes less frequently Amazon!
To see family and friends who live further than a bike ride – Eastside, Dearborn, Southfield, Bloomfield	They come here; Get a ride; Make friends who live closer!
To Bank	Detroit branches or online
To recycle paper	Neighbors
To lug big + heavy stuff (bike, paint, plants, etc.)	rental
To get to the airport	Taxi or ride
To get 'Up North'	Bus or rental
To get to Drs/Hospitals	All medical care in Detroit?
To get groomed	Find local Hairdresser and mani/pedi.
To get around in the dark or rain	Dress appropriately or stay in!