This graph shows the percentage of Americans in each generation who say owning a car is important, according to a recent survey. Members of Gen Z are least likely to view car ownership as vital for their lives. Research also shows that Gen Z is less likely to have a driver’s license—and those who do drive tend to go fewer miles. Why do you think younger generations might care less about cars than older generations do?

Baby Boomers (born 1946–64): 69%; Gen X (born 1965–79): 66%; Millennials (born 1980-94): 62%; Gen Z (born 1995–2012): 54%