Bergamo‑Verdellino e‑BRT debate highlights car dependence and urban mobility

Resident Enrico Villagrossi submitted a letter to a local news outlet contrasting the new electric bus rapid‑transit (e‑BRT) line between Bergamo and Verdellino with the region’s reliance on private cars. He notes that the recent controversy over traffic congestion on the e‑BRT stems less from the system itself and more from entrenched driving habits. Citing data from the Audimob observatory, Villagrossi points out that about three‑quarters of daily trips in Italy are under 10 km, suggesting a sizable share could shift to cycling, walking or efficient public transport. He also observes that average car speeds in major Italian cities range between 17 km/h and 25 km/h, reinforcing the case for improving alternative mobility options.