[SAI_Peregrinus]

Increasing flow often increases the number of cars on the road, particularly with dynamic routing apps, so the first assumption is invalid.

[edge17]

No problem, so what is your argument for utilizing a whole lane for a mode of transportation that consumes a significant public resource without providing much benefit?

[athrun]

100% agreed.

Car lanes in the city consume a significant public resource (space) and encourage negative externalities (noise, heat, air pollution, etc.). They should absolutely be replaced with more space efficient options: tram tracks & bike lanes.