Oh my. That is dystopian.

Many people are under the impression they are maintenance free.

Anyway, I will take a belt drive over a chain case any day of the week.

Much easier to live with.

Some chain cases require adjustment, just to reposition the back wheel to account for chain wear.

They make dealing with punctures more challenging, as wheel removal is a bigger chore.

And yes, hub gears do need servicing too. Not to keep everything 'just so', but to ensure they have a long life.

The chain case means the chain can't be seen.

That means in many circumstances, the chain just doesn't get lubricated.

A chain case that gets filled with water takes a long time to dry out. Which means the chain gets corroded.

And that again, that goes unnoticed.

A tax on assets would be unworkable.

It would take a decade to establish who owns what.

However, the black hole is a myth. As was this budget not being an austerity budget.

There is plenty this Government could do to tax wealth within frameworks we already have.

Have you actually read any of the research into cycling and conspicuity aids?

It sounds to me like you are suffering from a case of confirmation bias.

Enclosed chain cases can be water traps. I have had to replace encased chains that were corroded and never lubricated.

Hubs still needs periodic servicing. And for some hubs, that requires partial disassembly of the hub.

Chain cases get in the way when servicing is required.

I hope the Police act.

Thats the sticking point. Drivers only held accountable if the evidence is acted upon the the law is enforced.

What does he need to learn?

Keeping immigration in the spotlight is good for him. Keeps attention away from all the other areas in which 'his' Government is failing.

Must admit I am surprised at the number of £2k and £3k Nissan Leafs on Autotrader. But many of these are Dealer part exchanges to clear.

Do they have much life left in them at 10-15 years and 100,000 miles old?

Or is your EV an e-bike?

In terms of time of day, I suspect you are right. See also rush hour lasting practically all day.

If this family can do it, almost anyone can.

Well done!

Interesting.

I always feel most at risk in the half mile radius surrounding my suburban home.

Always felt drivers taking most risks are closest to their start point (late) or destination (impatient wirh their mind on what they are planning to do when they land).