Auto restricted zone/multi-user vehicle system study. Volume II. Multi-user vehicle systems: feasibility assessment. Final report, July 1975-December 1977

Technical Report · Thu Dec 01 00:00:00 EST 1977

OSTI ID:6202814

Herald, W S

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.

• Research Organization: Voorhees (Alan M.) and Associates, Inc., McLean, VA (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: DOT-TSC-1057
• OSTI ID: 6202814
• Report Number(s): PB-286314
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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