Cars, Transit and Livable Cities

摘要

No single mode of passenger transportation can satisfy the diverse needs of a211u001emetropolitan area. To achieve a balance between modes, it is necessary to 211u001eimplement two sets of policies: transit incentives and car disincentives. Since 211u001eprivate car, the dominant mode of travel, is greatly underpriced, particularly on 211u001ethe out-of-pocket basis, road pricing, tolls and other charges would represent 211u001ethe most appropriate and effective measure to increase efficiency of urban 211u001etransportation. However, to introduce restraints, it is necessary to have 211u001eaffordable, acceptable alternative transport system in place. Thus, provision of 211u001ehigh-quality transit is a sine qua non for any major efforts to control car use 211u001ein urban areas.