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Man Visits The Only City In The US That Fully Banned Cars

July 22, 2023

There is only one city in the US where you won't find a single car: Mackinac Island, Michigan.

This idyllic island, nestled in the waters of Lake Huron, offers a captivating escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life, immersing visitors in a unique and unforgettable experience.

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I visited the only city in the USA that fully banned cars 🚗

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When motor vehicles first started appearing on Mackinac Island, a group of carriage men petitioned the village council to prohibit the "dangerous horseless carriages" that were frightening their horses. Village leaders enacted the ban on July 6, 1898 and Mackinac Island has been car free ever since.

Today, only emergency vehicles - ambulances and fire trucks - are allowed on the island.