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  • @jbman413
    @jbman413 9 років тому +7

    In 1968 at Camp Sagamihara; The Japanese men who delivered the groceries from the base commissary. Pulled a wagon which had the capacity of a pickup bed. It connected right under the rear seat hitch. Of a upright ten speed bike. The trailer had two standard front wheels they used double tubes spaced for strength as required around the wheels...Bed was boards as i remember. These were awesome and incredibly practical i was 8 and have never forgotten them. Check asia history you might be impressed. :)

    • @patches_kitty
      @patches_kitty 7 років тому +1

      John Beltman everyone seems to forget how bicycle crazy Asia was for so long.

  • @jihyemoon9787
    @jihyemoon9787 8 років тому +7

    I love the idea that you work for the world development and train people who are from developing countries. You are awesome!

  • @96Duelfuel
    @96Duelfuel 10 років тому +13

    Good vid. Cargo/utility bikes should be sold everywhere.

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c 8 років тому

      Or even a cargo type trailer for a bicycle. The majority of the ones for sale are to haul kids, and wouldn't hold up to hauling cargo.

  • @lfnbike1709
    @lfnbike1709 8 років тому +3

    Thanks to this passionate people we have options.

  • @BikeDaily
    @BikeDaily 7 років тому +3

    So inspiring from many angles. Helping the world, product design, love of life.

  • @andrewmachleid2734
    @andrewmachleid2734 10 місяців тому +1

    ever since I was a kid I hated cars, I had a massive problem with car sickness when I was young combined with the smells it was just over stimulating. when I first heard about ebikes I was like: I'll just use that. I also saw how people lived in the suburbs and thought: When I buy a house I should just make that a business, and then I'll be the most successful shop in town. years later I still believe in that, and having learned about zoning laws, minimum parking, and the lobbying and manipulation of housing and transit, has confirmed what I knew. I for one cant wait for the bike and transit revolution this country needs.

  • @ramonbostic
    @ramonbostic 11 років тому +2

    That was awesome, Liz! Looking forward to the full feature.

  • @starrydi
    @starrydi 8 років тому +4

    Wheels! From hike to bike with compassion for others. It is amazing what a difference this has made for so many in need indeed! Just think of the possibilities for helping the poor in places where they have to carry such heavy loads.
    I just have to share this wonderful video.

  • @jamesmmuellner2328
    @jamesmmuellner2328 4 роки тому

    Love this video of families having fun and getting exercise while going wherever to do their daily chores!

  • @jonwattsmusic
    @jonwattsmusic 11 років тому +1

    So good! Thanks for your hard work!

  • @nannyKcycles
    @nannyKcycles 11 років тому +1

    Awesome! Love to see more.

  • @423alonso
    @423alonso 9 років тому +3

    Great video....

  • @161trx
    @161trx 9 років тому +2

    awsome idea!

  • @RobbyJHope
    @RobbyJHope 11 років тому +1

    I'm building a Kona up and adding the xtracycle soon! I really liked this bit.

  • @durianriders
    @durianriders 10 років тому +5

    LEGEND!

  • @sofabike
    @sofabike 9 років тому +2

    Great and Very Simple. I love your extended bike

  • @owencavok1912
    @owencavok1912 3 роки тому

    This is incredible!

  • @maxsmith5662
    @maxsmith5662 9 років тому +2

    Very cool!

  • @cristianoferreira4741
    @cristianoferreira4741 2 роки тому

    Parabéns sua história 👏👏👏

  • @SarahLaughingBand
    @SarahLaughingBand 9 років тому +2

    I love it!

  • @JamesBrown-ym3tc
    @JamesBrown-ym3tc 4 роки тому

    Beautiful

  • @justinbarney6286
    @justinbarney6286 7 років тому +1

    I've been trying to build the same concept, though with a mountain bike in-mind ...that was when I was a teenager. I'm now 39 y.o. and I've been attempting the same when it comes to mopeds :)

  • @MsRaspberry86
    @MsRaspberry86 7 років тому +1

    woah :) super cool Xtracycle. Congratulation. Great!

  • @martin190379
    @martin190379 10 років тому

    que historias, me gusta el entusiasmo y placer con que hace las cosas, dar solución a la gente desde ese lugar de gusto

  • @gottliebheinrich8413
    @gottliebheinrich8413 Рік тому

    i never had such a longtail
    but cycling is a great source of happyness

  • @petechandanatural
    @petechandanatural 9 років тому +6

    Love this!

    • @PatriciaSantos-br5et
      @PatriciaSantos-br5et 9 років тому +3

      Where can I get one? I need one! I want one to carry my 85 pound Retriever when he gets tired and as he ages. Thank you, Pete, for sharing.

    • @petechandanatural
      @petechandanatural 9 років тому +1

      I'm getting the foldable electric Xtracycle Cargo Joe. I'll show you later this week the video.

  • @lynkkeithpatriciagrundyhas1465
    @lynkkeithpatriciagrundyhas1465 4 роки тому +1

    Yup. Bought and read that issue of 'Outside'...more about 'Everest' than the bicycle. But yeah...had gear too...

  • @BIG1TOWER
    @BIG1TOWER 9 років тому +2

    Awesome

  • @mavspecialgirl1
    @mavspecialgirl1 9 років тому +12

    I really do wish the American infrastructure would allow for a more bicycle friendly environment.I was just amazed one night watching House hunters international and the town this couple was thinking of moving to only allowed bicycles.

    • @JojoCrazyCat
      @JojoCrazyCat 8 років тому +7

      +mavspecialgirl1 It used to be that way. Sense cars came along, the car drivers think the roads are only for them. Bikes was around long before cars. Now their egos dont want to share with the bike riders. We must go fast all the time, get out of our way. And they have the nerve to call the bike riders assholes. I think its the other way around. You can be riding your bike on the side walk and they will get out of their cars and try and fight you. I have had it happen. Car people just hate bike riders now days. I have been sprayed with who knows what, yelled many things at me. Like bike riders are nerds to be bullied. The school bullies are now the car drivers hating on bike riders.

    • @mavspecialgirl1
      @mavspecialgirl1 8 років тому +1

      +Jojo Gun Fang Recently fiancee got hit in the back with a pellet gun while riding his bicycle.Yes I've had some close calls,most by assholes talking on their cell phones.

    • @RViscara
      @RViscara 4 роки тому

      Jojo Crazy Cat bike riders are generally entitled assholes and always will loose remember that when arguing with a 2 ton car. A lot of good it does you when they scrape you off the pavement. You can argue your point from the morgue

  • @funkybioped
    @funkybioped 10 років тому +3

    Love it! It would be great to see people rocking these around North American cities as an alternative to cars.

  • @jimmymelnarik3873
    @jimmymelnarik3873 Рік тому

    Wish these were still in production

  • @makenchips
    @makenchips 10 років тому +5

    What a great american story - is there goig to be another installment? This was a great story to watch! Really good video also!

    • @LIZCAN
      @LIZCAN 10 років тому

      Thanks for your comment Steven. Consider supporting our feature length doc, LESS CAR MORE GO: www.kickstarter.com/projects/1887563980/less-car-more-go-the-cargo-bike-documentary

  • @DiegoASanchez
    @DiegoASanchez 9 років тому +4

    When you take The purpose yo guide your life. Respect.

  • @lightdark00
    @lightdark00 4 роки тому

    Holy crap, today is the 5th, and I find out there's a free screening near me on the 8th. I'll will try my best to make time to cycle the 20+ miles to go see it!

  • @orlandomartinez4031
    @orlandomartinez4031 10 років тому

    awesome

  • @pfos
    @pfos 11 років тому +1

    a soulfood buffet - can't wait wait to see more =)

  • @LIZCAN
    @LIZCAN 10 років тому +2

    Actually Gary I'm hoping to capture a bit of the impact of bikeshare in LESS CAR MORE GO. The SF bay Area's CityCarShare is going to add 22 electric cargo bikes to its bikeshare program in the Spring 2014! I plan to capture the story and perhaps use it as an ending to the doc. Pretty cool stuff...

  • @martychin9496
    @martychin9496 4 роки тому

    Guys before their time, innovative, Cargo bikes what a great way to simplify your life. You don't have to kill the family car, just step off in a new direction, reduce reliance on the car, there is so much you can do on a cargo bike in your home town and a great way to cycle camp.

  • @ohretyah
    @ohretyah 9 років тому +29

    There are people on here moaning about the man who whispers. We have a customer who comes in the shop where I work. He whispers. He has throat cancer. Yes, cancer is annoying, isn't it?

    • @continuingevolution
      @continuingevolution 7 років тому +2

      fucking right it is

    • @Kewonerdk
      @Kewonerdk 6 років тому

      Oh my good i was about to explain about that, feel so guilty now😰

    • @tubularap
      @tubularap 5 років тому

      No need to get snarky. A person whispering without apparent need is odd, and for people to wonder about that is not so strange. Either it is explained or people will speculate.

  • @kewba11
    @kewba11 11 років тому +1

    Yes, please.

  • @jatsq
    @jatsq 10 років тому +1

    I found this while trying to find a bike trailer that can haul extra bikes. I frequently want to pick my kids up from places and gave them ride there bike home but I need a way to bike their bike to them.

  • @209jr209
    @209jr209 7 років тому +1

    very cool some days i have to pick up my daughter from school on my bike and roll her biker struggle all the way to school

  • @ildart8738
    @ildart8738 Рік тому +1

    3:13 Is that a VAZ 2107? I knew they were produced under a license in Egypt until 2011, and there are quite a few of them in former Soviet satellites, but Nicaragua?

  • @353uba
    @353uba 3 роки тому

    That was fun

  • @danaharlan12
    @danaharlan12 4 роки тому

    we need this with PAS in the central Alleghenies Ridge and Valley region of Pennsylvania.

  • @brunoanjos987
    @brunoanjos987 10 років тому +1

    where can i get one of these? i lve in portugal...

  • @lyndonp6296
    @lyndonp6296 3 роки тому +1

    It's interesting how cargo bikes of all shapes and sizes were in use all over the world long before the so called 'American cargo bikes' were thought of....

  • @JojoCrazyCat
    @JojoCrazyCat 8 років тому +6

    i prefer a bike that i can carry my stuff. Would help people with no Bus or Taxi around. i used to live way out in the sticks as they say. Only way to get anyplace, you had to have a machine to get your stuff, or even go too work for money. No side walks. so the best thing for a poor person would be a bike with some type of gear carry ability. I just always used racks that i would find in a store. And hope it would fit. Many times they dont fit all bikes. Its probably best to look for a bike that comes with racks.I thought about getting a two seater bike and adding a rack on the back seat post. I would say im above average bike rider. I knew bike racers who thought they could out ride me. But im a long time and hard rider. So my legs are used to riding long amounts of time. So they would puff out of energy after a hard ride a block or two. I can ride 50 miles hard riding. But i do prefer long relaxed rides with my gear. Like hiking on a bike :) I just love the ride. Im also a motorcycle rider. I do the same on my motorcycles. My gear and my ride.

    • @RViscara
      @RViscara 4 роки тому

      No one cars and yes you are poor so you have to try and prove your better Schlep then the guy with the more expensive bike. You still work minion wages so save it.

  • @Mirzel92
    @Mirzel92 10 років тому

    If you are interested in cargo bikes, check out a new model from Pelican-bike, in Denmark.

  • @ApocaIypse666
    @ApocaIypse666 8 років тому +3

    I know the feeling when im surrounded with people who ride high end bikes and i ride a poormans bike while waiting for the light to go green

    • @brammeijboom1873
      @brammeijboom1873 7 років тому

      just keep in mind that your 'poormans' bike works day in day out. Theirs need to go to the shop every week for repairs and need to be cleaned every day

    • @atman5230
      @atman5230 6 років тому +1

      People who own high end bikes worry about them being stolen.Better to buy an old bike and make it healthy,who cares if the paint work is in a bad way?

  • @wisetibetanmonkey1624
    @wisetibetanmonkey1624 10 років тому +14

    When riding a bike in America, you must face this reality: Welcome to the Jungle. Total hostility toward the bike and pedestrians. Live in a cage, drive a cage.

    • @wisetibetanmonkey1624
      @wisetibetanmonkey1624 7 років тому +2

      I happen to live in Miami now. ;)

    • @johnpossum556
      @johnpossum556 6 років тому +1

      Or "Drive in a Cage, live in a Rage" which so often seems to be the truth!

    • @RViscara
      @RViscara 4 роки тому +1

      I biked in the 1980’s to late 1990’s in Silicon Valley and mountain areas around it and the only hostile people I ever ran into on the road was other rude cyclist. Cyclist are the most self entitled spoiled brats u have seen. Always challenging cars and trucks. I always laugh because a car will always win that argument. You can’t be right all the way to the morgue when they scrape you off the pavement in a bloody sack of meat parts. Cyclist are the biggest arrogant turds I have seen

    • @mrk131324
      @mrk131324 4 роки тому

      I‘m a cyclist, but riding on the street you are an obstacle and slowing down traffic - there is no gain in „sustainability“ if you are slowing down 5 cars behind you to 20 km/h.

    • @danaharlan12
      @danaharlan12 4 роки тому

      @@johnpossum556 I certainly have experienced road rage towards cyclists here in Central Pennsylvania

  • @simonoutdoors8761
    @simonoutdoors8761 8 років тому

    I am having the same problems and ideas. I had to sell my car because of loosing my job because of a motorcycle injurie to my arm witch I am soon to have fixed in February with more surgery removing bone and a screw. I was debating useing the trailer I used to drag my kids around and bording it out so I can collect fire wood/ fallen trees. but the tracks are single or there are bars to onley alow bikes.

  • @georgeclinton3657
    @georgeclinton3657 4 роки тому

    what is the song at 4:30?

  • @ZiggZagg11
    @ZiggZagg11 8 років тому

    When did Surly get involved...?

  • @friarrodneyburnap4336
    @friarrodneyburnap4336 5 років тому

    Why not put the Cargo on the front and back? Like they have in Copenhagen

  • @cherepaha3
    @cherepaha3 10 років тому +1

    Xtrabike is a great idea

  • @garyshouse305
    @garyshouse305 11 років тому +1

    Liz,,,bike share is really making an impact for bicycling in many cities. that would be a new film project for you?

  • @toooldfortwowheels2048
    @toooldfortwowheels2048 4 роки тому

    Did this ever get made? If so is it available to purchase anywhere? Thanks.

    • @LIZCAN
      @LIZCAN 4 роки тому +1

      motherloadmovie.com

  • @Larry93215
    @Larry93215 9 років тому +2

    I breath exhaust fumes when I ride

  • @rolynstone48
    @rolynstone48 10 років тому

    My new "extended" cargo bike is great , but I find that with a real heavy load (maybe 150 LBS or even more) the bike seems squirrely or unstable -
    When I see videos of people riding these bikes with all kinds of loads , I wonder if my own experience is somehow unique !

    • @JojoCrazyCat
      @JojoCrazyCat 8 років тому

      +Alan Scott I was just wondering how they would fit in a car or SUV to take on a trip. Its hard for me to fit my mountain bikes in my SUV. I also worry about getting them stolen. I have 3 locks, but all locks are easy to cut. Yeah i would not want a bike that is wobbly. Specially if i was riding long distance.

  • @--onewheelskyward--
    @--onewheelskyward-- 8 років тому

    There's no other way to put it- the Big Dummy changed my life. And it's because of Xtracycle and Ross Evans and the good folks at Surly.

  • @VoytekR1
    @VoytekR1 10 років тому

    Hey Liz. Are you on Kickstarter with this ? Can I help ? I have a Trek Transport so I think I can relate.

  • @Larry93215
    @Larry93215 9 років тому +1

    What`s a normal Bike?

  • @juancepeda8873
    @juancepeda8873 9 років тому +1

    bicycles ,trailer, transporting, function, fun you my friend are 1000% in my book and that's all I can say.

  • @cptbrncls7050
    @cptbrncls7050 6 років тому

    is this film available to view somewhere?

    • @LIZCAN
      @LIZCAN 4 роки тому

      motherloadmovie.com

  • @Kewonerdk
    @Kewonerdk 6 років тому

    I don’t know, I can’t see this become a thing here in Denmark, but could be interesting to try.
    But after riding bikes since I was 3 years old, ridding in traffic before I turned 5 and own a Christiana bike, mtb and track bike and have ridden most bike created. I really can’t see the benefit in, a big load in the back. Maybe if you ride on small tracks, but stil still in my eyes you can almost do the same on a normal bike!? But a normal bike is more movable, because of short wheelbase.

  • @Larry93215
    @Larry93215 9 років тому +2

    All my Bikes are Cargo Bikes

  • @marksadventures3889
    @marksadventures3889 5 років тому

    This was great and it really gave me a rush to see groovy people getting high on life and bikes - and possibly other things but I can let that slide - I came back to bikes after 14?15 years absence? But it was the idea of no rushing to get somewhere to camp just get there and enjoy the journey which was sparked off by talking to a guy on the train going to work on his bike and i felt shame I had a bike doing nothing except the odd ride at a weekend when it wasn't raining.
    Yes, I admit to being a weather wuss when it comes to freezing rain in my face or stinging my legs and arms. But when you get passed that, when you don't care because you as a fat middle aged man just got up a huge hill and can barely breath feel so much better, you think - I know what I’m going to do now. now I've got two bikes and a trailer, I am buying another and ride regularly but need more as I am going to ride a weekend covering 147 miles to see rellies.
    When i get better, from here - Colne Lancashire to wherever by bike. 8 months in the saddle is on my mind, per year.

  • @MrSvenovitch
    @MrSvenovitch 8 років тому

    I think most stuff transported here could be done on a tandem with the rear position 'removed'...

    • @chrisw6704
      @chrisw6704 7 років тому +1

      ................or even by trailer which can be unhitched from the bike when not required.

  • @NinjaViking1
    @NinjaViking1 9 років тому

    so how do these work how do these work with a 2 stroke or a 4 stroke engine mounted?

    • @pedego101electricbikes2
      @pedego101electricbikes2 9 років тому

      NinjaViking1 Most people are using electric motors -- better for the environment, quieter, no bad odors, less vibration and less weight.

    • @NinjaViking1
      @NinjaViking1 9 років тому

      Pedego 101 Electric Bikes
      a normal Electric drive will take the average "cyclist" about 10 -12 miles (yes?).
      I don't see it taking a bike, plus trailer very far at all, for very long.
      so you will have to spend mega dollars to carry extra batteries.
      only to still be stuck in a long stretch somewhere with no "outlets" to recharge.
      A 2-stroke can take the average cyclist 80 -100 miles........
      so "with trailer" I see at least 50 miles.......
      and it is "cheaper" to carry 1 - 2 gal (maybe even 5 gal)
      of fuel in the trailer with the other supplies

    • @pedego101electricbikes2
      @pedego101electricbikes2 9 років тому

      NinjaViking1 Many electric motors go 40-50 miles and that's plenty for most people who are commuting or running errands. Sounds like you are talking about touring and I don't have much experience with that.

  • @sindessaorellia
    @sindessaorellia 9 років тому +1

    I want The Carrygo Cargo Bike with an RV built on it for coast to coast bike travel - how much would that cost me lol.

  • @billthepigefant5368
    @billthepigefant5368 2 місяці тому

    Back when the bags where heavy and the riders where strong

  • @Larry93215
    @Larry93215 9 років тому

    If The XTRA CYCLE will fit on the back of a Car America is ready!

  • @eye_foreign_eye7928
    @eye_foreign_eye7928 7 років тому

    pass the torch to me i got this

  • @karenkordes2210
    @karenkordes2210 7 років тому

    Just buy a cheap PRC made mountain bike from Big5. I got mine on sale for $99; a Kent Shockwave, not bad, it's got a frame strong enough for a gorilla. Then modify it any way you want. I made my own rear carrier from scrap material I found around the yard.

  • @binthrdonthat
    @binthrdonthat 7 років тому

    Don't mean to be negative, but these are all over Holland. Have been for decades

    • @djkenny1202
      @djkenny1202 7 років тому

      Mostly Bakfiets (I have one, not common in the USA)

  • @dogrudiyosun
    @dogrudiyosun 4 роки тому

    whats the point?

  • @wisetibetanmonkey1624
    @wisetibetanmonkey1624 7 років тому +2

    Nothing free in the Land of the Free. Pure, raw capitalism.

  • @toeofawesome1264
    @toeofawesome1264 10 років тому +5

    wy the one dude whispering?

  • @RugbyNick6
    @RugbyNick6 5 років тому

    Kinda seems like everyone hated InterBike.

  • @joeyanderson7428
    @joeyanderson7428 Рік тому

    The Dutch started it all, quite a while back...

  • @harshbarj
    @harshbarj 7 років тому

    I'd much rather have a proper Bakfiets. More cargo space and you can keep an eye on what you have.

  • @Larry93215
    @Larry93215 9 років тому +6

    I always have 200 pounds on my normal bike

    • @Paul_C
      @Paul_C 4 роки тому

      Maybe loose some weight?

  • @jbman413
    @jbman413 9 років тому +1

    ps there were no fat Japanese like I am in Japan in the 1960's unless they were sumo...

  • @jomarcasipong
    @jomarcasipong 2 роки тому

    This thing may change the world.. instead using gasoline
    Why dont we use our feet??
    Less polution save earth and live a very simple and happy life..
    I saw this in my dream bicycle will be useful than machines that eats gasoline and diesel
    Keep it up..

  • @sasquatchoasquatgamerplaye210
    @sasquatchoasquatgamerplaye210 7 років тому

    bike hipies

  • @rommeljuanillo
    @rommeljuanillo 10 років тому +1

    The best cargo bike for me is the nihola brand,you do not need to balance your bike anymore.

  • @herondeeyan2061
    @herondeeyan2061 6 років тому

    Too complicated. Here we just use a regular bike and add a side car. Cargo and passenger use.

  • @trailkeeper
    @trailkeeper 9 років тому +2

    Bikes are saving millions of gallons of gas a day.

  • @mrk131324
    @mrk131324 4 роки тому +2

    Guys, why do you need a vegetable oil fuelled bus to go around? Take your cargo bikes! Be free!

  • @itsmeagain7246
    @itsmeagain7246 8 років тому

    LOL drama queens, it's just another cargo bike :)
    but keep it on...

  • @andrewdominguez6181
    @andrewdominguez6181 8 років тому

    Why does this guy Whisper?

  • @johnpossum556
    @johnpossum556 6 років тому

    Good video but you don't need a bike like that to haul things (and I see no mention of stronger/thicker spokes which is the REAL ISSUE when it comes to hauling more weight. I know this from first hand experience. They will break.)
    I built my own hauler from an old schwinn cruiser step thru frame. Got on bikeman4u.com and ordered an extra heavy duty rear wheel with coaster brake (11 gauge spokes!) and the biggest rear baskets they sell plus a pletscher double kickstand so I can load groceries w/o it falling over. Best money I ever spent.

  • @wisetibetanmonkey1624
    @wisetibetanmonkey1624 7 років тому

    Bicycles are competition to the dinosaurs.

  • @litchar
    @litchar 7 років тому +1

    In my opinion when ya got a piece of shit to advertise, flash the pictures fast, zoom in or out a lot, talk about non specifics and don't let anyone read anything. I think this qualifies

  • @wisetibetanmonkey1624
    @wisetibetanmonkey1624 7 років тому

    We will make this bike utopia happen somewhere in the world. Then the situation will be reversed and the car will better watch out.

  • @continuingevolution
    @continuingevolution 7 років тому

    whats with the whispering guy?

  • @mr_obscure_universe
    @mr_obscure_universe 7 років тому

    I like the concept, but the jump cuts, jittery cam, and shaky cam ruin the video. . . had to stop watching it.

  • @diahannmicheleaux7519
    @diahannmicheleaux7519 8 років тому

    What the fuck is up with the guy who is speaking but we can't hear or understand what the hell he is saying. Sometimes the answer is to pass on a project. Come on!

  • @Larry93215
    @Larry93215 8 років тому +5

    Cars are Destroying the environment

    • @mikemeagher3066
      @mikemeagher3066 8 років тому +7

      +David L Eating meat even more so. Go vegan.

    • @vincent4384
      @vincent4384 8 років тому +1

      +Mike Meagher I concur!

    • @harshbarj
      @harshbarj 7 років тому

      Mike Meagher, I disagree.

    • @ShermanSitter
      @ShermanSitter 7 років тому

      I hope we learn to live sustainably at some point. It seems like we are trying to move mountains. It's hard to stay motivated sometimes, but I suppose we must.

    • @recyclespinning9839
      @recyclespinning9839 4 роки тому

      True , not only that but are a way of life now. The world economy depends on road and car building. And oil to fuel it . Even more sickening is it depends on war to fuel production of products for sale in the war business. Yes business. Sickening and disgusting .. if you think I am exaggerating, let's see you or the world get out of cars for a year..