The average standard of living of an individual is a clear indicator of the rise of an economy of a country. With a surge in the development of countries, there has been an increase in the purchase and usage of cars by individuals. This spike no doubt highlights a better quality of life, provisions for ease of commute and also serve as a time-saver for people but, at the same point, such a plunge is hazardous to the environment as it majorly contributes to the global warming. This essay states how the negative impact of this trend of buying new cars outweighs its positive effects on the life of individuals as well as the environment.