I don't see car ownership as slavery, though. I see it as freedom! I can drive to the next city, across the country, or to the store without having to "check in" with anyone, or with the government. I'm responsible for my own ride. I have to drive it carefully, fill the tank, and check out any weird noises, lights, or smells. If anything, car ownership teaches people responsibility and gives them freedom to move around. I don't have to flash my ID, scan a QR code, or download an app to use my vehicle.

And if there's an emergency, I can drive someone to the hospital on my own. No need to call for the police or an ambulance. There are incidents where the police are called for medical emergencies they don't know how to handle, they panic, and shoot someone. If I could have just driven my epileptic or diabetic relative to the hospital on my own, that could have been avoided. Cars give people that freedom, and force them to take care of their own vehicle, instead of relying on the government for a ride. There's nothing wrong with public transport, of course, but having a car teaches you to budget, value the vehicle, and take care of something that's on you.