Residents and shopkeepers in Bordeaux are expressing deep frustration over the city’s “anti-car” policies, with many claiming that their travel time to the city center has doubled. This widespread exasperation is further exacerbated by the 2024 TomTom annual index, which identifies Bordeaux as the most congested city in France.
Bordeaux’s “Anti-Car” Policies Spark Outrage as Traffic Grinds to a Halt
By Rupert Blackwood
Investigative journalist based in Sheffield, focusing on technology's impact on society. Rupert specializes in cybercrime's effect on communities, from online fraud targeting elderly residents to cryptocurrency scams. His reporting examines social media manipulation, digital surveillance, and how criminal networks operate in cyberspace. With expertise in computer systems, he connects technical complexity with real-world consequences for ordinary people