ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- From 2000 to 2016, distance driven on all roads grew 15%, according to a recent analysis by the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute, Ann Arbor, Mich. During this time, the U.S. population rose 15%, meaning overall distance driven per person was flat.
However, the researchers found that the mileage growth trend for urban and rural areas moved in opposite directions during this time period. Which area saw an increase and which saw a decline? Here are four insights from the study ...