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.

With a decrease in amenities, regular delays, and high-profile stories about bad customer experiences, air travel has lost some of its historical glamour. But can Americans’ fondness for flying be reignited? Or will the nation’s other great love – the road trip – continue to reign supreme?

Over-65s account for a quarter of Japan's population, with that proportion set to reach 40% by 2060. And as people grow older, they're contributing to a rising number of car accidents. Though stopping older people from driving can make roads safer, it may also leave the elderly stranded.

As a part of large social reforms in Saudi Arabia, the ban on women driving has been lifted, but the lingering stigma has left many women afraid to take to the road. Nissan is addressing this in a new campaign where it teaches women to drive, and help men rethink their capabilities.