I agree a middle position where cities are dense and people-focused but where cars are still available would be ideal. That's pretty close to what I have here in Seattle and it's nice. I have a car and can park it by my house, but I don't use it for commuting to work.

(Well, I do right now because I'm recovering from surgery and can't walk to the bus stop. But I don't usually drive to work. Which is kind of my overall point. It's very easy for able-bodied younger people to think cars aren't necessary, but not everyone is so mobile.)