Traffic: Why We Drive the Way We Do (and What It Says About Us) Audiobook

" Like earlier reviewers, I started this book very favorably predisposed to enjoy it. Unfortunately it covered every little new information, was somewhat dry, and needed better documentation of the research. On the positive side the author really enjoyed the topic and the enthusiasm did come through, and the writing made the book flow smoothly and quickly. "

" Eminently readable, full of fun research...and yet I didn't finish it. My brain is not in non-fiction mode right now. "

" An excellent and interesting read for geeks. "

" I listened to this book on CD, and when I got to the end (5 discs) I realized that I'd been listening to an abridged version. Bummer - it was always interesting, and I would have liked more of his insights and factoids. The science of figuring out traffic ad risk is fascinating, "

" Not much insight and not presented in a very interesting manner. Mah, some good basic information but barely worth the time. Ironically, I listened to this audiobook during my 1 hour one-way commute, but never stuck in traffic because I was in the carpool lane in my Prius hybrid with HOV stickers. The book barely mentions carpool lanes and hybrid/EV options... sigh. "

" If you read this, you may never want to drive again, but you will be smarter than anybody else driving "

" I wouldn't have thought I'd enjoy a book on the study of traffic patterns.... I can't say that I'm a better driver as a result of this book, but I'm certainly more aware of my surroundings. "

" Lively and entertaining look at what goes on (or fails to go on) in a driver's mind, on what we perceive (or don't perceive) as we drive, and on traffic engineering. Turn off that cell phone! "

" Some great points about all the research that has been done. I hope I will be wise enough to put some of these ideas to use. "

" Diverting for the Freakonomics / Malcolm Gladwell-reading layman and a must-read for city planners etc. "

" Now I know why other drivers scare me !!! "

" Packed full of helpful insights. I love this book "

" Great overview of transportation issues related to car culture and dependency, exploring the issues and examining the debates. "

" Interesting (if a bit dry at times). Bottom line: Everything you do to get ahead in traffic makes traffic worse for everyone. "

" This is a fine book, especially for when you want to read but can't concentrate very hard; but it would work just as well (and be a lot shorter) if it were just a list of the various factoids described. "

" A very interesting read. The safer the cars the more risks we take. The safer the road the more risks we take. W may know this but don't act on it. A timely book to read and reflect on. "

" The writing is dense with study results, but there's plenty of aha moments as the author disects so many common traffic scenarios and how we typically respond to them. "

" Such a fun book. It takes an ordinary action we all take for granted and explains, in an entertaining way, the ways we are our true selves in traffic. "

" At face value, you expect a book like this to be boring, stuffy, and bog you down with details. Instead, it's a fun read that keeps you hooked as you find out about our collective driving habits. "

" This book changed the way I drive. It was fascinating on so many levels. I highly recommend it! "

" So interesting and informative, but it left me with even more questions. I would read 200 more pages of this book, if they existed. "

" So interesting and informative, but it left me with even more questions. I would read 200 more pages of this book, if they existed. "

" VERY interesting book. Definately recommend it to anyone and everyone who has a driver's license. Give's insight into the thought process and decision-making that happens while driving/parking/merging and much more. "

" Very interesting book with many facts people are either not aware or ignorant of. Nice comparisons between different countries, their cultures and how it affects traffic. A fun and easy read as well. "

" Interesting read. Fun to read comments from someone that you have thought yourself. "

" A thinker. I find myself reflecting on this or bringing it up in conversations totally unrelated to traffic because it applies. There is a surprising amount to learn about human behavior/psychology from watching traffic patterns. "

" Fascinating and very in depth book. Gets pretty technical and was sometimes challenging to plow through, even for someone who works in this field. But very insightful. "

" If you want to know why you drive the way your drive its a good read. Lots of fun tidbits and an easy read. Anyone who likes books like Blink should enjoy this one as well "

" A fascinating read about how and why we drive. Everybody who has ever been stuck in traffic should read this book. It should be a MUST READ for all traffic engineers, urban planners and city councillors. "