Traffic is the worst. But, why do traffic jams happen in the first place? Am I the problem? Are you the problem? Are we all the problem?! We'll unpack what you can do to help end congested traffic, what policies can help make this happen, and the science and psychology of phantom traffic!

Links and References: 

1. https://commuterbenefits.com/2020/02/5-ways-to-end-heavy-traffic/
2. https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/congestion_report_04/executive_summary.htm
3. https://www.autoblog.com/2022/11/03/phantom-traffic-jams-prevention-following-distance/
4. https://youtu.be/iHzzSao6ypE
5. https://youtu.be/Suugn-p5C1M

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