Towards User-Centric Transport in Europe
Towards User-Centric Transport in Europe

Author: Beate Müller

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2018-09-18

Total Pages: 303

ISBN-13: 3319997564

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In order to build a sustainable transport system for people and goods that meets the needs of all users, a truly integrated and seamless approach is needed, and the full potential of transformative technologies has to be exploited. This can only be achieved if user-centeredness, cross-modality and technology transfer become the paradigm of shaping future transport. Mobility4EU is a project funded by the European Commission that focusses on these topics and is working on delivering an action plan towards a user-centric and cross-modal European transport system in 2030. The authors of this contributed volume are dedicated scholars and practitioners connected to Mobility4EU either as partners or external contributors. Their contributions focus on understanding user needs and report on technologies and approaches that support the tailoring of a user-centered cross-modal transport system for passengers and freight on long distances and in the urban context.

Travel as a Political Act
Travel as a Political Act

Author: Rick Steves

Publisher: Rick Steves

Published: 2018-02-06

Total Pages: 581

ISBN-13: 1641710470

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Change the world one trip at a time. In this illuminating collection of stories and lessons from the road, acclaimed travel writer Rick Steves shares a powerful message that resonates now more than ever. With the world facing divisive and often frightening events, from Trump, Brexit, and Erdogan, to climate change, nativism, and populism, there's never been a more important time to travel. Rick believes the risks of travel are widely exaggerated, and that fear is for people who don't get out much. After years of living out of a suitcase, he still marvels at how different cultures find different truths to be self-evident. By sharing his experiences from Europe, Central America, Asia, and the Middle East, Rick shows how we can learn more about own country by viewing it from afar. With gripping stories from Rick's decades of exploration, this fully revised edition of Travel as a Political Act is an antidote to the current climate of xenophobia. When we travel thoughtfully, we bring back the most beautiful souvenir of all: a broader perspective on the world that we all call home. All royalties from the sale of Travel as a Political Act are donated to support the work of Bread for the World, a non-partisan organization working to end hunger at home and abroad.

The Urban Transport Crisis in Europe and North America
The Urban Transport Crisis in Europe and North America

Author: J. Pucher

Publisher: Springer

Published: 1996-06-18

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 0230371833

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Increasing levels of auto ownership and use are causing severe social, economic, and environmental problems in virtually all countries in Europe and North America. This book documents the worsening transport crisis and differences among countries in their urban transport and land-use systems. The focus is on public policies to deal with urban transport problems. Through in-depth case studies of eight countries, the book seeks to evaluate the effectiveness of alternative solutions to transport problems, and thus a way out of the transport crisis.

A Billion Trips a Day
A Billion Trips a Day

Author: I. Salomon

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-12-14

Total Pages: 471

ISBN-13: 9401581185

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A Billion Trips a Day: Tradition and Transition in European Travel Patterns consists of twenty-four original chapters developed by a network of transport professionals in a coordinated manner. The three parts of the book are: European Mobility Patterns; Dimensions of European Mobility, and National Perspectives. Mobility in fourteen countries is described and ten chapters of analysis compare the major dimensions of travel across Europe, which is seen as a laboratory for transport policies. A Billion Trips a Day: Tradition and Transition in European Travel Patterns questions the uniqueness of European travel and transport policies and demonstrates that, in many ways, Europe is different from other developed economies. However, there are side dissimilarities within Europe. The authors take a deep look at the underlying factors which affect travel behavior, with the objective of providing the necessary information for policy making. The comparative chapters of Part II provide an analysis based on national perspectives of the role of the time dimension travel; automobile ownership and use; commuting; public transport; and international travel. They also review the transport policies applied in Europe, explaining why some policies work in some places, while failing in others.

Towards User-Centric Transport in Europe 2
Towards User-Centric Transport in Europe 2

Author: Beate Müller

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-02-05

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 3030380289

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This book gathers contributions from researchers and practitioners that foster user-centric, cross-modal and sustainable transport systems in Europe. It reports on cutting-edge approaches discussed within the project MOBILITY4EU, a Coordination and Support Action funded by the European Commission, and presented at the second conference “Towards User Centric Transport in Europe” that took place in Brussels in Fall 2018. The respective papers describe innovative approaches to improving urban mobility and accessibility, achieving zero-emission mobility, and guaranteeing, seamless operations. Co-creation approaches are also discussed. Highlighting technological, socio-economic and political strategies alike, the book provides researches and stakeholders with a comprehensive, timely snapshot of current measures and challenges for the mobility of tomorrow.

Transport for a Sustainable Future
Transport for a Sustainable Future

Author: John Whitelegg

Publisher: *Belhaven Press

Published: 1993-11-26

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 9780471947912

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Presents well-grounded arguments concerning the current shortcomings of European transport policy based on a philosophy which regards transportation as much more important than the consideration of movement, modes and networks in isolation. Congestion in cities, effects of traffic on health and the environment, social distribution of mobility, access to jobs and medical facilities are among the topics discussed.

Accessibility Analysis and Transport Planning
Accessibility Analysis and Transport Planning

Author: Karst T. Geurs

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing

Published: 2012-01-01

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 1781000115

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Accessibility is a concept central to integrated transport and land use planning. The goal of improving accessibility Ð for all modes, for all people Ð has made its way into mainstream transport policy and planning in communities worldwide. This unique book introduces new accessibility approaches to transport planning across Europe and the United States. The expert contributors present advanced interdisciplinary approaches in accessibility research and modelling with best practices in accessibility planning and evaluation, to better support integrated transport and land-use policy-making. This book will prove an absorbing read for scholars, researchers and students working on accessibility issues across different academic fields including transport geography, spatial economics and social science. Transport and urban planners will also find the book to be an invaluable reference tool.

Transport in Europe
Transport in Europe

Author: Christian Gerondeau

Publisher: Artech House Publishers

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 488

ISBN-13:

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Transport in Europe examines commonly held assumptions in the policy debate, showing that many are poorly founded. Its scope covers all forms of land transport including urban and non-urban roadways, railways, freight transport, Sea crossings, and air transportation The author presents a careful analysis of the issues driving the debate over the future of the automobile and the truck, including the impact of Intelligent Transportation Systems.