The table displays the various forms of transport used in Canada, Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands, while the bar graph shows the reasons for the greater usage of cars, especially in Canada.
In Canada, journeys by car constitute about 90%, making it the highest among all the countries. Belgium and Germany occupy the second and third positions, contributing 72% and 68%, respectively. In contrast, the Netherlands is in the last position, with only 47% of transport by car.
By contrast, in the Netherlands, bicycles account for a significant 26%, the largest proportion among all the countries. However, the contribution of bicycles is minimal in the other three countries. Public transport is most prominent in Germany, accounting for 18% of journeys, while the percentages for public transport in other countries remain relatively low. The Netherlands also has the highest proportion of journeys on foot, at 18%.
The high reliance on cars in Canada is due to several factors: night shift work, the need for quicker commutes, work-related requirements, and the perception of convenience. However, the major reason is the lack of alternatives.