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German €9 transit ticket would be even more effective, if they didn't mandate wearing masks in public transport.

I know many people that previously used public transport, and now use cars exclusively, only because they don't have desire to wear masks during the commute.

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For me it's the opposite: I wouldn't use public transportation and resort to my private car if masks were not mandated. I know getting covid is now the coolest thing on earth by I'll take a pass while I can.

I can't imagine that masks alone were the reason. I use them for two 1h commutes per day and I simply can't understand how they are such an issue. It is a bit annoying but you get used to it. Even longer distances like three hours are easily manageable.

I would understand tough, if they would switch to the car because of increased risk of catching the virus.

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