Americans are holding on to their cars for longer than ever, with the average age of vehicles on US roads reaching 11.5 years. But people’s lives can change dramatically in that time. Offering a flexible alternative to ownership or renting, Clutch lets people pick the perfect car for any occasion.

While driving and car ownership remain central to the American way of life, social, technological and economic shifts are changing people’s needs and perceptions of personal transportation. Canvas8 spoke with 20 people from across the US to find out about their life behind the wheel.

Purchasing any big-ticket item can be an ordeal, but finding a new car can be particularly painful; 80% of British drivers say that buying and selling one is stressful. Care by Volvo hopes to simplify the process by letting people subscribe to and upgrade their motor just as they would a smartphone.

As the online world plays an increasing role in our lives, we’re giving companies more control over our intangible purchases. Canvas8 spoke to Aaron Perzanowski, co-author ofThe End of Ownership: Personal Property in The Digital Economy, to understand how people feel about owning digital goods.