The socioeconomic characteristics of early adopters of electric vehicles (EVs) differ from those of buyers of conventional vehicles, as do their attitudes towards new technologies, their mobility, and their awareness of ecological issues.
For the past several decades, residents have moved to the suburbs in order to satisfy their desire for a house with a garden. Being far less accessible than the residences in cities these suburban areas often require longer commuting distances and motorized travel.
This case study underlines why the advantages of cycling are even greater in a city with conditions like Monrovia than in a developed city.
For the first time, a representative survey was realised throughout Germany among those who own and use an electric car. The aim was to gain insight into driving and charging behaviour, purchase motivation, and the experiences of early adopters with electric cars.
Some cities across Europe currently experience new growth. Especially the inner-city areas are regaining their attractiveness as a residential area together with an influx of new residents and a diversification of the population structure. This process of urban population growth and change is oftentimes accompanied by an extension of the housing stock and the construction of new residential neighbourhoods within the existing built structure.
Mobility is a key element in the economic and social development of rural areas. The following article gives an overview about the interdependencies of transport and rural development.
Determining mobility behaviour has always been a concern of policy and planning. What factors affect mobility behaviour and how can they be managed?
The case study covers challenges of motorcycle transport in Liberia based on a survey of national and local stakeholders. The study gives recommendations in order to improve the security of drivers and customers as well as for the improvement of the working conditions.