for anyone interested in the evolution of public transport, it's fascinating to see how the preexploitative phase set the foundation for current systems. during this period, there wasn't much regulation, allowing for an organic growth that we often underplay in favor of modern advancements. however, to refresh our understanding and critically examine the unspoken implications of this growth, one might ask: how has the lack of early regulation resulted in current environmental and socio-economic challenges? this question cleverly digs into the dark side of public transport evolution, revealing secrets hidden beneath the surface of its development.