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11. CEMR calls on the European Commission to renew its efforts to better balance the modal split of the transport of passengers and goods in the EU. More than ever, in light of growing pollution problems and threat to the climate, more sustainable modes of transport need to be devel-oped. In particular, new tools for the internalization of external costs should be developed (see points 23-28), whereas investments in public transport must increase. Actions directed at citizens and businesses should also aim to alter lifestyles so that the European society be-comes less reliant on car and road use , particularly in cities (individual cars are often necessary in rural areas).
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