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Research: Athens can no longer contain us – 6 million cars, roads can handle only 2 million

Infrastructure under strain due to development and tourism – 4.5 million residents and 9 million tourists – We lose 2 days per year in traffic jams, 340,000 parking spaces are missing – We compete with 999 others for every newly built home, with 30,000 rentals missing

“Karaïskaki Square, watch out – they’re cutting tickets” – See the messages in Viber groups about Traffic Police roadblocks

A 29-year-old and a 55-year-old had set up the online community, which numbered about 200,000 members - They gave information about the blockades in Athens, Thessaloniki and Crete - protothema reveals the messages they exchanged

“Car-free Athens” – Which streets will be closed today, September 21

Athens goes car-free again this Sunday (21/9), as part of the “Car-free Athens” initiative

Cars: First heavy fines on the way for 350,000 drivers

Uninsured vehicles, no roadworthiness tests, and unpaid road taxes in the spotlight – Electronic notices with fines up to €10,000 – Cameras also deployed

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