But in part because cars are so desirable and affordable, roads are increasingly clogged with traffic.
As self-driving or semi-autonomous cars become more affordable and road-legal, it's hard to argue against the ethical and regulatory case for making them obligatory.
Today the Treasury chief secretary, Danny Alexander, will set out plans to spend £300bn in capital spending, excluding depreciation, between now and 2020, including £50bn extra spending in 2015-16 on affordable housing, roads and rail.
On Thursday, ministers will set out plans for an extra £300bn in capital spending, excluding depreciation, between now and 2020, including £50bn in 2015-16 on affordable housing, roads and rail.
Now, he says, council leaders in areas affected by closures are asking: "What am I going to do?" For many local authorities, the era of Tesco expansion was an opportunity to secure Section 106 agreements - deals between a developer and council, which, in return for planning permission, can help fund affordable housing, roads and schools.
The Republican budget also would cut $5 trillion in funding for benefits and services that make groceries, health care and college more affordable, pay for road improvements, and invest in scientific research.
But Fashola has a track record: as governor of Lagos, Africa's largest city, until May this year, Fashola is credited with huge improvements in public transport, roads, affordable housing and security.
Those of us living in developed countries often take good roads, affordable transportation and quick and easy access to vital services, for granted.
On the road to affordable higher education, there will be many challenges to overcome.
Suddenly, many more types of cars were on the road, at affordable prices.
