This Country Pays Residents $29,000 to Give Up Driving for Five Years

Governments usually discourage driving through higher charges, tighter restrictions or investment in public transport. One national experiment takes a far more direct approach by offering drivers a substantial financial incentive to step away from the wheel.

The offer sounds straightforward, but accepting it involves strict eligibility rules, annual payments and serious consequences for anyone who changes their mind. The details reveal a much bigger commitment than simply handing over a plastic card.