Analysis of Forbidden Policy's Impact on Motorcycles in Changzhou, China

摘要

In consideration of the insecurity and high energy consumption of motorcycle, over 200 Chinese cities have implemented motorcycle forbidden policy since 1985. Taking Changzhou as an example, this paper firstly summarizes the policy implemented in Changzhou, and then analyzes the impaction upon motorcycles, including the deceleration of motorcycle ownership, change of usage and improvement of safety. Changzhou's experience shows that the ban has obvious effect on reducing the ownership and usage of motorcycle. But there is still strong demand for motorcycle in the suburb area. The ban policy should be strengthened progressively and varied in different zones rather than one-style-fits-all or one-step-fits-all.