Finnish people enjoy nature and are very adamant about preserving it, and the ecosystem here is healthy and thriving because of their dedication. Cars are seen as a major source of pollution and are heavily taxed. Electric trains, trams or regular buses are more common than cars in Finland to help save the environment. It is also practical, as well. Because of the winter storms, everyone must change their tires by law to "winter tires" on their cars and bikes. These tires have heavy treads than can easily grip the ice. However, they are expensive and bulky, and the winter can be dark and dangerous to drive in, so buses, trains and trams are always a better bet!
I really enjoy the bus system here! Sometimes I would eat snacks in the car on my way to work, but you cannot eat or drink in the buses, so I do miss that, but it is a small price to pay for never needing to get gas, a carwash or a tow-truck. Some buses and trains are "express" or "overnight," meaning they do not stop; these types transverse long distances, often bringing tourists from big cities in the south like Helsinki to the winter wonderlands in northern Lapland. Finns do enjoy personal space, however - when they wait at the bus stop or sit on the bus, it is wise not to stand or sit to close to someone or they will be very uncomfortable. My favorite part about the bus system is the Finnish bus drivers; they are often very experienced but try not to speak to anyone. If you can get a Finnish bus driver to talk, though, they usually have great stories and jokes and can be very helpful, especially on the buses that run to smaller towns or farms.
