Old people in the US are prisoners in car culture. They should ride buses free.

Augusta needs transportation options for senior citizens - Central Maine: "Older people risk isolation when they can no longer drive or opt not to drive, losing their sense of independence and social inclusion. It can be a heart-wrenching experience if and when you have to take the car keys away from an aging relative and you see the loss and worry in their eyes. Living in a rural state only magnifies the issue."