text: Another advantage less driving is it makes people happier. Heidrun Walter, a media trainer and mother of two, says, "When I had a car I was always tense, I'm much happier this way." Also, businessman, Carlos A. Plaza, said, "It's a good opportunity to take away stress." as he rode a two-seat bicycle with his wife. When you don't drive, you don't have to worry about being late for work because of traffic jams, you won't be mad because someone just cut you off, or that the teenage girl in front of you isn't paying attention because she is talking on the phone and doing her mascara. Once you get out and ride a bike or walk down the street, you will realize how stressful driving can be.