Induced demand (probably more accurately called induced traffic) is the phenomenon where building or expanding roads and highways doesn't help congestion because it results in more people driving. This is often used as an argument against building the new car infrastructure, but people don't talk often about how induced demand applies to other modes. In this video we explain why induced demand does apply to transit, walking, and cycling infrastructure, but with different consequences.

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More information: Visualizing the Footprint of Highways in American Cities: https://www.visualcapitalist.com/visualizing-the-footprint-of-highways-in-american-cities/ Metrolinx Ontario Line report: http://www.metrolinx.com/en/docs/pdf/board_agenda/20190912/20190912_BoardMtg_Ontario_Line_Initial_Business_Case_EN.pdf

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