## Los Angeles Aims for Car-Free Olympics in 2028
To tackle its notorious traffic, the Californian city of Los Angeles is planning to develop a robust public transportation system for the 2028 Olympic Games. This ambitious project involves borrowing 3,000 buses from other American states.
The organizers of the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028 have declared their intention to host a “car-free” event. This bold initiative aims to encourage spectators to leave their cars at home and utilize the newly developed public transport network. The mayor, Karen Bass, confirmed the initiative, stating, “The Olympics will be ‘Games without a car’.”
Bass elaborated on the plan, explaining, “To achieve this, we developed a public transport network.” The project will utilize over 3,000 buses borrowed from other parts of the United States.
The mayor expressed confidence that the 2028 Games will be a success, citing the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles as evidence that major events can be hosted without widespread car dependence. “In 1984, people were afraid that we wouldn’t be able to manage the traffic,” Bass recalled. “But we were surprised that it wasn’t an issue.”
The plan also includes measures to address the city’s estimated 75,000 homeless population. Bass promised to “restore Angelenos and get them off the streets,” providing temporary shelters, addressing underlying causes, and securing permanent housing.
The president of the Los Angeles Games, Casey Wasserman, expressed confidence that the city can provide a memorable and inspiring experience for visitors, despite the absence of iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower. “We have amazing sites and beautiful surroundings,” Wasserman stated.