While the days when bikes dominated Beijing streets seem gone forever, the city is seeking to backpedal on some of the overwhelming trend toward car ownership.

• 鉴于北京市道路拥堵、污染严重，增加自行车的使用是可以理解的，但随着人们富裕程度的提高以及购车刺激措施的出台，此举要获得成功很困难。