Two points: I am a Quaker, and I understand the idea of Simplicity. I drive a car because I have to, and I try to walk when I can, and to ride a bike when I can.
Here's a vehicle that splits the difference between a car and a bicycle; that is more efficient than a bicycle, and with (most) of the weather protection of a car: a velomobile. Like Mr. Allert Jacobs builds.
Velomobiel.nl - Quest: intro