Our recent study “The cars are going to be alright” led by lab member Daniel Romm in collaboration with colleagues in the Department of Geography at McGill University, has attracted significant attention from Canadian and international media in recent weeks. The research examines how Montreal’s cycling infrastructure aligns with actual cycling demand across the city. Results show that the current network of bike lanes and paths falls far short of usage levels, indicating that Montreal would need to more than double its cycling infrastructure to keep pace. These findings have sparked broad discussion on urban mobility planning, transport equity, and the future of cycling in Montreal.

Media Coverage

The study has been featured across a wide range of outlets, including national broadcasters, local news, and international mobility publications:

The visibility of this work demonstrates the relevance of data-driven approaches to questions of urban transport infrastructure. By highlighting the gap between cycling demand and infrastructure provision, the work contributes to ongoing debates around sustainable mobility in Montreal and other cities.

We are happy to see this research inform a broader public conversation and are excited to see this collaborative effort have an impact beyond the academic sphere.