Volume II documents the results of an investigation into the feasibility of Multi-User Vehicle Systems (MUVS) as a mode of urban transportation and which is often suggested as one solution to the problem of transportation within congested urban areas. A review of existing experience, an examination of key factors, and an assessment of MUVS feasibility was conducted as the first stage in a potentially in-depth research and experimental effort. MUVS is a paratransit mode of transportation which consists of a fleet of small user-operated vehicles available for rental between terminals within a well-defined service area. Although this study considered a wide array of potential vehicles, the basic concept examined herein is similar to the various short-term rental cars. The goals and objectives of MUVS are to: (1) alleviate congestion and improve traffic flow; (2) increase mobility; (3) provide an additional choice of mode; (4) reduce air pollution from vehicle emissions; (5) reduce noise; (6) conserve energy; and (7) reduce land requirements for parking. A detailed examination of a MUVS as a Central Business District (CBD) circulation service in Amsterdam and in Montpellier, France is presented. Various characteristics of each system are identified and compared.


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    Title :

    Auto Restricted Zone/Multi-User Vehicle System Study. Volume II. Multi-User Vehicle Systems: Feasibility Assessment


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1977


    Size :

    105 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English