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This is apparently in Columbus, Ohio -- a pretty major city by any stretch of the imagination.

And yet there are people who rail (geddit?) against 15-minute cities and efficient public transit that ensures no one ever gets stuck like this.

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[–] schnurrito@discuss.tchncs.de 4 points 1 day ago (10 children)

In my country, most people who own a car are also members of a drivers' club where you pay a membership fee in exchange for being able to call them for assistance in situations like this (they might repair or tow your car). Is that not a thing in the US?

[–] Whats_your_reasoning@lemmy.world 1 points 18 hours ago (1 children)

That sounds similar to AAA, pronounced “Triple A.” In the US, it’s an optional “club” that provides emergency road service to members. I’ve had to rely on it before, and recommend it for those who drive a used car (which can have unforeseen issues in the works.)

[–] schnurrito@discuss.tchncs.de 1 points 18 hours ago (1 children)

Yes, someone below already mentioned that and it seems to be the equivalent.

[–] Whats_your_reasoning@lemmy.world 1 points 17 hours ago

My bad. I usually skim other comments to make sure I'm not making a repeat post, but apparently I dropped the ball here.

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